Tulum Population 2026
Tulum has a population of 18,233, making it the #521 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Quintana Roo. It is about 674× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,233
Rank in Mexico
#521
Coordinates
20.21°N, 87.46°W
~5 m elevation · America/Cancun
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
1,223 km
759 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Quintana Roo
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Cancún | 888,797 | #17 |
| Chetumal | 169,028 | #104 |
| Playa del Carmen | 149,923 | #116 |
| Cozumel | 77,236 | #167 |
| Felipe Carrillo Puerto | 25,744 | #384 |
Cities near Tulum
- Playa del Carmen149,923 people · ~61 km away
- Cozumel77,236 people · ~63 km away
- Felipe Carrillo Puerto25,744 people · ~93 km away
- Valladolid48,973 people · ~93 km away
- Cancún888,797 people · ~125 km away
- Chichén-Itzá18,000 people · ~126 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tulum?
Tulum has a population of 18,233 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #521 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Tulum in?
Tulum is located in Quintana Roo, Mexico.
Is Tulum the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 1,223 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.