Tuzantla Population 2026
Tuzantla has a population of 15,302, making it the #609 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Michoacán. It is about 803× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,302
Rank in Mexico
#609
Coordinates
19.20°N, 100.57°W
~655 m elevation · America/Mexico_City
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
153 km
95 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Michoacán
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Morelia | 743,275 | #21 |
| Uruapan | 299,523 | #71 |
| Ciudad Lázaro Cárdenas | 196,003 | #94 |
| Zamora de Hidalgo | 186,102 | #97 |
| Apatzingán | 102,362 | #140 |
| Heróica Zitácuaro | 84,307 | #159 |
| La Piedad de Cabadas | 83,323 | #161 |
| Sahuayo de Morelos | 64,431 | #190 |
Cities near Tuzantla
- Heróica Zitácuaro84,307 people · ~34 km away
- Valle de Bravo25,554 people · ~46 km away
- Ciudad Hidalgo60,542 people · ~54 km away
- Tejupilco de Hidalgo25,631 people · ~55 km away
- Huetamo de Núñez21,864 people · ~73 km away
- Maravatío de Ocampo34,381 people · ~78 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tuzantla?
Tuzantla has a population of 15,302 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #609 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Tuzantla in?
Tuzantla is located in Michoacán, Mexico.
Is Tuzantla the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 153 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.