Colima Population 2026
Colima has a population of 146,965, making it the #118 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Colima. Roughly 0.1% of Mexico's population lives here. It is about 84× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
146,965
Rank in Mexico
#118
Coordinates
19.24°N, 103.71°W
~518 m elevation · America/Mexico_City
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
481 km
299 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Colima
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Manzanillo | 159,853 | #110 |
| Ciudad de Villa de Álvarez | 117,600 | #129 |
| Tecomán | 85,689 | #153 |
| Ciudad de Armería | 15,923 | #588 |
Cities near Colima
- Ciudad de Villa de Álvarez117,600 people · ~4 km away
- Tecomán85,689 people · ~40 km away
- Ciudad de Armería15,923 people · ~43 km away
- Tuxpan27,523 people · ~49 km away
- Zapotiltic22,833 people · ~53 km away
- Ciudad Guzmán111,975 people · ~57 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Colima?
Colima has a population of 146,965 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #118 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Colima in?
Colima is located in Colima, Mexico.
Is Colima the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 481 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.