Aguascalientes Population 2026
Aguascalientes has a population of 722,250, making it the #24 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Aguascalientes. Roughly 0.5% of Mexico's population lives here. It is about 17× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
722,250
Rank in Mexico
#24
Coordinates
21.88°N, 102.28°W
~1,885 m elevation · America/Mexico_City
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
427 km
265 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Aguascalientes
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Jesús María | 43,012 | #242 |
| Pabellón de Arteaga | 28,633 | #342 |
| Rincón de Romos | 27,988 | #353 |
| Calvillo | 19,742 | #491 |
| San Francisco de los Romo | 16,124 | #580 |
Cities near Aguascalientes
- Jesús María43,012 people · ~11 km away
- San Francisco de los Romo16,124 people · ~21 km away
- Pabellón de Arteaga28,633 people · ~29 km away
- Rincón de Romos27,988 people · ~39 km away
- Villa Hidalgo15,182 people · ~39 km away
- Encarnación de Díaz25,010 people · ~40 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Aguascalientes?
Aguascalientes has a population of 722,250 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #24 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Aguascalientes in?
Aguascalientes is located in Aguascalientes, Mexico.
Is Aguascalientes the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 427 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.