Hermosillo Population 2026
Hermosillo has a population of 812,229, making it the #19 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Sonora. Roughly 0.6% of Mexico's population lives here. It is about 15× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
812,229
Rank in Mexico
#19
Coordinates
29.09°N, 110.97°W
~202 m elevation · America/Hermosillo
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
1,609 km
999 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sonora
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Heroica Caborca | 59,922 | #198 |
Cities near Hermosillo
- Miguel Alemán (La Doce)30,869 people · ~57 km away
- Empalme42,516 people · ~126 km away
- Heroica Guaymas117,253 people · ~130 km away
- Magdalena de Kino26,605 people · ~171 km away
- Esperanza38,969 people · ~196 km away
- Ciudad Obregón329,404 people · ~205 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Hermosillo?
Hermosillo has a population of 812,229 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #19 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Hermosillo in?
Hermosillo is located in Sonora, Mexico.
Is Hermosillo the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 1,609 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.