Altotonga Population 2026
Altotonga has a population of 19,722, making it the #492 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Veracruz. It is about 623× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,722
Rank in Mexico
#492
Coordinates
19.77°N, 97.25°W
~1,895 m elevation · America/Mexico_City
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
201 km
125 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Veracruz
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Veracruz | 428,323 | #44 |
| Xalapa de Enríquez | 424,755 | #45 |
| Coatzacoalcos | 310,698 | #66 |
| Córdoba | 204,721 | #91 |
| Poza Rica de Hidalgo | 185,242 | #98 |
| Orizaba | 123,182 | #126 |
| Minatitlán | 112,046 | #132 |
| Túxpam de Rodríguez Cano | 84,750 | #156 |
Cities near Altotonga
- Teziutlan103,583 people · ~13 km away
- Tlapacoyan35,338 people · ~22 km away
- Perote37,516 people · ~23 km away
- Zaragoza16,752 people · ~32 km away
- Banderilla19,649 people · ~38 km away
- Villa Independencia15,297 people · ~38 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Altotonga?
Altotonga has a population of 19,722 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #492 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Altotonga in?
Altotonga is located in Veracruz, Mexico.
Is Altotonga the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 201 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.