Xalapa de EnrĂquez Population 2026
Xalapa de EnrĂquez has a population of 424,755, making it the #45 biggest city in đČđœ Mexico, located in Veracruz. Roughly 0.3% of Mexico's population lives here. It is about 29Ă smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
424,755
Rank in Mexico
#45
Coordinates
19.53°N, 96.92°W
~1,396 m elevation · America/Mexico_City
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
232 km
144 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Veracruz
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Veracruz | 428,323 | #44 |
| Coatzacoalcos | 310,698 | #66 |
| CĂłrdoba | 204,721 | #91 |
| Poza Rica de Hidalgo | 185,242 | #98 |
| Orizaba | 123,182 | #126 |
| MinatitlĂĄn | 112,046 | #132 |
| TĂșxpam de RodrĂguez Cano | 84,750 | #156 |
| San Andrés Tuxtla | 61,769 | #192 |
Cities near Xalapa de EnrĂquez
FAQ
What is the population of Xalapa de EnrĂquez?
Xalapa de EnrĂquez has a population of 424,755 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #45 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Xalapa de EnrĂquez in?
Xalapa de EnrĂquez is located in Veracruz, Mexico.
Is Xalapa de EnrĂquez the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 232 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.
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