Ameca Population 2026
Ameca has a population of 36,156, making it the #280 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Jalisco. It is about 340× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
36,156
Rank in Mexico
#280
Coordinates
20.55°N, 104.05°W
~1,244 m elevation · America/Mexico_City
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
529 km
329 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 Ameca
FAQ
What is the population of Ameca?
Ameca has a population of 36,156 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #280 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Ameca in?
Ameca is located in Jalisco, Mexico.
Is Ameca the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 529 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.