Nogales Population 2026
Nogales has a population of 264,782, making it the #76 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Sonora. Roughly 0.2% of Mexico's population lives here. It is about 46× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
264,782
Rank in Mexico
#76
Coordinates
31.31°N, 110.94°W
~1,214 m elevation · America/Hermosillo
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
1,773 km
1,101 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sonora
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Hermosillo | 812,229 | #19 |
| Ciudad Obregón | 329,404 | #64 |
| 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 Nogales
- Cananea31,560 people · ~71 km away
- Magdalena de Kino26,605 people · ~76 km away
- Heroica Caborca59,922 people · ~133 km away
- Agua Prieta77,254 people · ~133 km away
- Puerto Peñasco62,689 people · ~247 km away
- Hermosillo812,229 people · ~247 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Nogales?
Nogales has a population of 264,782 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #76 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Nogales in?
Nogales is located in Sonora, Mexico.
Is Nogales the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 1,773 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.