Altepexi Population 2026
Altepexi has a population of 18,217, making it the #523 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Puebla. It is about 675× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,217
Rank in Mexico
#523
Coordinates
18.37°N, 97.30°W
~1,238 m elevation · America/Mexico_City
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
225 km
140 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 Altepexi
- Ajalpan28,031 people · ~4 km away
- Zinacatepec15,592 people · ~7 km away
- Tehuacán248,716 people · ~15 km away
- Ciudad Mendoza35,641 people · ~50 km away
- Nogales22,085 people · ~53 km away
- Río Blanco40,611 people · ~53 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Altepexi?
Altepexi has a population of 18,217 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #523 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Altepexi in?
Altepexi is located in Puebla, Mexico.
Is Altepexi the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 225 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.