Perote Population 2026
Perote has a population of 37,516, making it the #272 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Veracruz. It is about 328× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
37,516
Rank in Mexico
#272
Coordinates
19.56°N, 97.24°W
~2,416 m elevation · America/Mexico_City
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
198 km
123 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Veracruz
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Veracruz | 428,323 | #44 |
| Xalapa de Enríquez | 424,755 | #45 |
| Coatzacoalcos | 310,698 | #66 |
| Córdoba | 204,721 | #91 |
| Poza Rica de Hidalgo | 185,242 | #98 |
| Orizaba | 123,182 | #126 |
| Minatitlán | 112,046 | #132 |
| Túxpam de Rodríguez Cano | 84,750 | #156 |
Cities near Perote
- Altotonga19,722 people · ~23 km away
- Xico18,652 people · ~29 km away
- Teziutlan103,583 people · ~31 km away
- Coatepec53,621 people · ~32 km away
- Banderilla19,649 people · ~32 km away
- Xalapa de Enríquez424,755 people · ~34 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Perote?
Perote has a population of 37,516 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #272 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Perote in?
Perote is located in Veracruz, Mexico.
Is Perote the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 198 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.