Ajalpan Population 2026
Ajalpan has a population of 28,031, making it the #350 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Puebla. It is about 439× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
28,031
Rank in Mexico
#350
Coordinates
18.38°N, 97.26°W
~1,223 m elevation · America/Mexico_City
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
229 km
142 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 Ajalpan
- Altepexi18,217 people · ~4 km away
- Zinacatepec15,592 people · ~5 km away
- Tehuacán248,716 people · ~17 km away
- Ciudad Mendoza35,641 people · ~48 km away
- Nogales22,085 people · ~51 km away
- Río Blanco40,611 people · ~51 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ajalpan?
Ajalpan has a population of 28,031 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #350 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Ajalpan in?
Ajalpan is located in Puebla, Mexico.
Is Ajalpan the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 229 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.