Zacatepec Population 2026
Zacatepec has a population of 21,586, making it the #465 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Morelos. It is about 570× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,586
Rank in Mexico
#465
Coordinates
18.65°N, 99.19°W
~922 m elevation · America/Mexico_City
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
86 km
53 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 |
| Puente de Ixtla | 21,098 | #469 |
| Xoxocotla | 21,074 | #471 |
Cities near Zacatepec
- Tlaquiltenango18,334 people · ~4 km away
- Jojutla18,867 people · ~4 km away
- Santa Rosa Treinta16,691 people · ~5 km away
- Xoxocotla21,074 people · ~7 km away
- Puente de Ixtla21,098 people · ~14 km away
- Xochitepec19,164 people · ~15 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Zacatepec?
Zacatepec has a population of 21,586 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #465 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Zacatepec in?
Zacatepec is located in Morelos, Mexico.
Is Zacatepec the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 86 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.