Esperanza Population 2026
Esperanza has a population of 38,969, making it the #267 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Sonora. It is about 315× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
38,969
Rank in Mexico
#267
Coordinates
27.58°N, 109.93°W
~46 m elevation · America/Hermosillo
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
1,425 km
885 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sonora
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Hermosillo | 812,229 | #19 |
| Ciudad Obregón | 329,404 | #64 |
| Nogales | 264,782 | #76 |
| San Luis Río Colorado | 176,685 | #100 |
| Heroica Guaymas | 117,253 | #130 |
| Navojoa | 113,836 | #131 |
| Agua Prieta | 77,254 | #165 |
| Puerto Peñasco | 62,689 | #191 |
Cities near Esperanza
- Ciudad Obregón329,404 people · ~10 km away
- Navojoa113,836 people · ~74 km away
- Huatabampo30,475 people · ~89 km away
- Empalme42,516 people · ~97 km away
- Heroica Guaymas117,253 people · ~102 km away
- Hermosillo812,229 people · ~196 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Esperanza?
Esperanza has a population of 38,969 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #267 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Esperanza in?
Esperanza is located in Sonora, Mexico.
Is Esperanza the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 1,425 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.