Zacatelco Population 2026
Zacatelco has a population of 42,150, making it the #249 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Tlaxcala. It is about 292× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
42,150
Rank in Mexico
#249
Coordinates
19.22°N, 98.24°W
~2,223 m elevation · America/Mexico_City
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
96 km
60 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Tlaxcala
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Tlaxcala | 84,670 | #157 |
| Villa Vicente Guerrero | 60,001 | #197 |
| Huamantla | 51,996 | #216 |
| Apizaco | 49,506 | #224 |
| Santa Ana Chiautempan | 48,030 | #231 |
| Calpulalpan | 33,263 | #301 |
| Contla | 27,610 | #357 |
| Papalotla | 22,969 | #436 |
Cities near Zacatelco
- Teolocholco16,240 people · ~6 km away
- Papalotla22,969 people · ~6 km away
- La Magdalena Tlaltelulco16,834 people · ~9 km away
- Tlaxcala84,670 people · ~11 km away
- Santa Ana Chiautempan48,030 people · ~11 km away
- Sanctorum27,936 people · ~13 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Zacatelco?
Zacatelco has a population of 42,150 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #249 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Zacatelco in?
Zacatelco is located in Tlaxcala, Mexico.
Is Zacatelco the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 96 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.