Cortazar Population 2026
Cortazar has a population of 61,658, making it the #193 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Guanajuato. It is about 199× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
61,658
Rank in Mexico
#193
Coordinates
20.48°N, 100.96°W
~1,788 m elevation · America/Mexico_City
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
225 km
140 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Guanajuato
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| León de los Aldama | 1,579,803 | #7 |
| Irapuato | 380,941 | #54 |
| Celaya | 340,387 | #59 |
| San Miguel de Allende | 174,615 | #101 |
| Salamanca | 160,682 | #108 |
| Silao de la Victoria | 74,242 | #168 |
| Guanajuato | 72,237 | #171 |
| San Francisco del Rincón | 71,139 | #174 |
Cities near Cortazar
- Villagrán27,079 people · ~5 km away
- Celaya340,387 people · ~16 km away
- Jaral del Progreso20,457 people · ~16 km away
- Juventino Rosas42,264 people · ~18 km away
- Valle de Santiago68,058 people · ~26 km away
- Salamanca160,682 people · ~26 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Cortazar?
Cortazar has a population of 61,658 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #193 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Cortazar in?
Cortazar is located in Guanajuato, Mexico.
Is Cortazar 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.