Tuxtla Population 2026
Tuxtla has a population of 604,147, making it the #31 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Chiapas. Roughly 0.5% of Mexico's population lives here. It is about 20× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
604,147
Rank in Mexico
#31
Coordinates
16.75°N, 93.12°W
~535 m elevation · America/Merida
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
702 km
436 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Chiapas
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Tapachula | 353,706 | #57 |
| San Cristóbal de las Casas | 215,874 | #88 |
| Comitán | 166,178 | #107 |
| Pijijiapan | 50,079 | #222 |
| Chiapa de Corzo | 45,077 | #236 |
| Palenque | 42,947 | #243 |
| Cintalapa de Figueroa | 42,467 | #247 |
| Ocosingo | 41,878 | #250 |
Cities near Tuxtla
- Chiapa de Corzo45,077 people · ~12 km away
- Suchiapa16,637 people · ~14 km away
- Berriozábal28,128 people · ~17 km away
- Ocozocoautla de Espinosa39,180 people · ~28 km away
- San Cristóbal de las Casas215,874 people · ~51 km away
- Villaflores37,237 people · ~60 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tuxtla?
Tuxtla has a population of 604,147 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #31 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Tuxtla in?
Tuxtla is located in Chiapas, Mexico.
Is Tuxtla the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 702 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.