Tlaxcala Population 2026
Tlaxcala has a population of 84,670, making it the #157 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Tlaxcala. Roughly 0.1% of Mexico's population lives here. It is about 145× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
84,670
Rank in Mexico
#157
Coordinates
19.32°N, 98.24°W
~2,236 m elevation · America/Mexico_City
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
94 km
58 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Tlaxcala
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Villa Vicente Guerrero | 60,001 | #197 |
| Huamantla | 51,996 | #216 |
| Apizaco | 49,506 | #224 |
| Santa Ana Chiautempan | 48,030 | #231 |
| Zacatelco | 42,150 | #249 |
| Calpulalpan | 33,263 | #301 |
| Contla | 27,610 | #357 |
| Papalotla | 22,969 | #436 |
Cities near Tlaxcala
- Santa Ana Chiautempan48,030 people · ~5 km away
- La Magdalena Tlaltelulco16,834 people · ~6 km away
- Contla27,610 people · ~8 km away
- Teolocholco16,240 people · ~10 km away
- Zacatelco42,150 people · ~11 km away
- Apizaco49,506 people · ~15 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tlaxcala?
Tlaxcala has a population of 84,670 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #157 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Tlaxcala in?
Tlaxcala is located in Tlaxcala, Mexico.
Is Tlaxcala the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 94 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.