Ahualulco de Mercado Population 2026
Ahualulco de Mercado has a population of 15,512, making it the #598 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Jalisco. It is about 793× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,512
Rank in Mexico
#598
Coordinates
20.70°N, 103.97°W
~1,325 m elevation · America/Mexico_City
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
526 km
327 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Jalisco
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Zapopan | 1,476,491 | #9 |
| Guadalajara | 1,385,629 | #10 |
| Tlaquepaque | 650,123 | #29 |
| Tonalá | 408,759 | #49 |
| Puerto Vallarta | 224,166 | #84 |
| Ciudad Guzmán | 111,975 | #133 |
| Lagos de Moreno | 98,206 | #142 |
| Tepatitlán de Morelos | 91,959 | #147 |
Cities near Ahualulco de Mercado
FAQ
What is the population of Ahualulco de Mercado?
Ahualulco de Mercado has a population of 15,512 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #598 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Ahualulco de Mercado in?
Ahualulco de Mercado is located in Jalisco, Mexico.
Is Ahualulco de Mercado the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 526 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.