Los Mochis Population 2026
Los Mochis has a population of 256,613, making it the #78 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Sinaloa. Roughly 0.2% of Mexico's population lives here. It is about 48× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
256,613
Rank in Mexico
#78
Coordinates
25.79°N, 109.00°W
~18 m elevation · America/Mazatlan
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
1,235 km
767 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sinaloa
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Culiacán | 808,416 | #20 |
| Mazatlán | 381,583 | #53 |
| Guamúchil | 72,500 | #170 |
| Guasave | 71,196 | #173 |
| Escuinapa de Hidalgo | 30,790 | #322 |
| Navolato | 29,153 | #339 |
| Gabriel Leyva Solano | 27,536 | #358 |
| Costa Rica | 24,874 | #400 |
Cities near Los Mochis
- Juan José Ríos23,553 people · ~18 km away
- Gabriel Leyva Solano27,536 people · ~39 km away
- Guasave71,196 people · ~59 km away
- Guamúchil72,500 people · ~99 km away
- Huatabampo30,475 people · ~132 km away
- Navojoa113,836 people · ~149 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Los Mochis?
Los Mochis has a population of 256,613 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #78 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Los Mochis in?
Los Mochis is located in Sinaloa, Mexico.
Is Los Mochis the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 1,235 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.