Monclova Population 2026
Monclova has a population of 215,271, making it the #90 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Coahuila. Roughly 0.2% of Mexico's population lives here. It is about 57× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
215,271
Rank in Mexico
#90
Coordinates
26.91°N, 101.42°W
~603 m elevation · America/Monterrey
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
864 km
537 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Coahuila
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Torreón | 735,340 | #22 |
| Saltillo | 709,671 | #25 |
| Ciudad Acuña | 216,099 | #87 |
| Piedras Negras | 150,178 | #115 |
| Frontera | 69,462 | #177 |
| Ramos Arizpe | 66,554 | #187 |
| Sabinas | 54,905 | #204 |
| Matamoros | 52,233 | #214 |
Cities near Monclova
- Frontera69,462 people · ~4 km away
- Castaños23,649 people · ~13 km away
- San Buenaventura20,480 people · ~21 km away
- Ciudad Melchor Múzquiz35,060 people · ~109 km away
- Palaú16,970 people · ~110 km away
- Sabinas54,905 people · ~110 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Monclova?
Monclova has a population of 215,271 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #90 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Monclova in?
Monclova is located in Coahuila, Mexico.
Is Monclova the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 864 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.