San Rafael Tlanalapan Population 2026
San Rafael Tlanalapan has a population of 15,998, making it the #586 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Puebla. It is about 768× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,998
Rank in Mexico
#586
Coordinates
19.29°N, 98.47°W
~2,294 m elevation · America/Mexico_City
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
71 km
44 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Puebla
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Puebla | 1,692,181 | #4 |
| Cholula | 292,881 | #72 |
| Tehuacán | 248,716 | #82 |
| San Martin Texmelucan de Labastida | 155,738 | #114 |
| Teziutlan | 103,583 | #137 |
| Amozoc de Mota | 95,322 | #145 |
| Atlixco | 86,690 | #151 |
| Huauchinango | 56,206 | #201 |
Cities near San Rafael Tlanalapan
- San Martin Texmelucan de Labastida155,738 people · ~3 km away
- Moyotzingo27,137 people · ~8 km away
- Santa Ana Xalmimilulco16,125 people · ~13 km away
- Huejotzingo25,684 people · ~16 km away
- Tlaxcala84,670 people · ~24 km away
- Zacatelco42,150 people · ~25 km away
FAQ
What is the population of San Rafael Tlanalapan?
San Rafael Tlanalapan has a population of 15,998 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #586 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is San Rafael Tlanalapan in?
San Rafael Tlanalapan is located in Puebla, Mexico.
Is San Rafael Tlanalapan the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 71 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.