Yecapixtla Population 2026
Yecapixtla has a population of 16,811, making it the #552 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Morelos. It is about 731× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,811
Rank in Mexico
#552
Coordinates
18.88°N, 98.86°W
~1,590 m elevation · America/Mexico_City
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
67 km
42 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Morelos
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Cuernavaca | 338,650 | #60 |
| Jiutepec | 215,357 | #89 |
| Cuautla | 157,336 | #112 |
| Yautepec | 105,780 | #134 |
| Temixco | 97,788 | #143 |
| Emiliano Zapata | 49,193 | #225 |
| Zacatepec | 21,586 | #465 |
| Puente de Ixtla | 21,098 | #469 |
Cities near Yecapixtla
- Cuautla157,336 people · ~11 km away
- Ozumba de Alzate16,700 people · ~19 km away
- Yautepec105,780 people · ~21 km away
- Juchitepec16,021 people · ~24 km away
- Amecameca31,687 people · ~29 km away
- Jiutepec215,357 people · ~33 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Yecapixtla?
Yecapixtla has a population of 16,811 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #552 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Yecapixtla in?
Yecapixtla is located in Morelos, Mexico.
Is Yecapixtla the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 67 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.