Zinacatepec Population 2026
Zinacatepec has a population of 15,592, making it the #594 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Puebla. It is about 788× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,592
Rank in Mexico
#594
Coordinates
18.34°N, 97.25°W
~1,145 m elevation · America/Mexico_City
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
232 km
144 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Puebla
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Puebla | 1,692,181 | #4 |
| Cholula | 292,881 | #72 |
| Tehuacán | 248,716 | #82 |
| San Martin Texmelucan de Labastida | 155,738 | #114 |
| Teziutlan | 103,583 | #137 |
| Amozoc de Mota | 95,322 | #145 |
| Atlixco | 86,690 | #151 |
| Huauchinango | 56,206 | #201 |
Cities near Zinacatepec
- Ajalpan28,031 people · ~5 km away
- Altepexi18,217 people · ~7 km away
- Tehuacán248,716 people · ~21 km away
- Ciudad Mendoza35,641 people · ~53 km away
- Nogales22,085 people · ~55 km away
- Río Blanco40,611 people · ~56 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Zinacatepec?
Zinacatepec has a population of 15,592 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #594 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Zinacatepec in?
Zinacatepec is located in Puebla, Mexico.
Is Zinacatepec 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.