Tamuín Population 2026
Tamuín has a population of 16,318, making it the #570 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in San Luis Potosí. It is about 753× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,318
Rank in Mexico
#570
Coordinates
22.01°N, 98.78°W
~27 m elevation · America/Mexico_City
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
289 km
179 miles, straight line
Other big cities in San Luis Potosí
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| San Luis Potosí | 722,772 | #23 |
| Soledad de Graciano Sánchez | 332,072 | #63 |
| Ciudad Valles | 124,644 | #125 |
| Matehuala | 77,328 | #164 |
| Rioverde | 53,128 | #212 |
| Ciudad Fernández | 32,006 | #314 |
| Tamazunchale | 24,562 | #402 |
| Ébano | 24,296 | #407 |
Cities near Tamuín
- Ciudad Valles124,644 people · ~24 km away
- Ébano24,296 people · ~48 km away
- Pánuco40,754 people · ~62 km away
- Tamazunchale24,562 people · ~83 km away
- Ciudad Mante84,787 people · ~84 km away
- Cárdenas15,469 people · ~89 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tamuín?
Tamuín has a population of 16,318 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #570 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Tamuín in?
Tamuín is located in San Luis Potosí, Mexico.
Is Tamuín the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 289 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.