La Cruz Population 2026
La Cruz has a population of 15,657, making it the #593 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Sinaloa. It is about 785× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,657
Rank in Mexico
#593
Coordinates
23.92°N, 106.89°W
~32 m elevation · America/Mazatlan
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
945 km
587 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sinaloa
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Culiacán | 808,416 | #20 |
| Mazatlán | 381,583 | #53 |
| Los Mochis | 256,613 | #78 |
| Guamúchil | 72,500 | #170 |
| Guasave | 71,196 | #173 |
| Escuinapa de Hidalgo | 30,790 | #322 |
| Navolato | 29,153 | #339 |
| Gabriel Leyva Solano | 27,536 | #358 |
Cities near La Cruz
- Costa Rica24,874 people · ~90 km away
- Mazatlán381,583 people · ~92 km away
- Licenciado Benito Juárez24,185 people · ~105 km away
- Culiacán808,416 people · ~110 km away
- Navolato29,153 people · ~124 km away
- El Rosario16,001 people · ~148 km away
FAQ
What is the population of La Cruz?
La Cruz has a population of 15,657 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #593 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is La Cruz in?
La Cruz is located in Sinaloa, Mexico.
Is La Cruz the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 945 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.