Tuxpan Population 2026
Tuxpan has a population of 21,709, making it the #460 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Nayarit. It is about 566× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,709
Rank in Mexico
#460
Coordinates
21.94°N, 105.30°W
~11 m elevation · America/Mazatlan
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
700 km
435 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Nayarit
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Tepic | 332,863 | #61 |
| Xalisco | 35,702 | #282 |
| Ixtlán del Río | 23,303 | #429 |
| San José del Valle | 22,541 | #449 |
| Mezcales | 20,092 | #485 |
| Acaponeta | 19,140 | #501 |
| Santiago Ixcuintla | 18,241 | #520 |
| Compostela | 17,573 | #535 |
Cities near Tuxpan
- Santiago Ixcuintla18,241 people · ~17 km away
- Acaponeta19,140 people · ~61 km away
- Tepic332,863 people · ~64 km away
- Xalisco35,702 people · ~69 km away
- Compostela17,573 people · ~88 km away
- Escuinapa de Hidalgo30,790 people · ~111 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tuxpan?
Tuxpan has a population of 21,709 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #460 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Tuxpan in?
Tuxpan is located in Nayarit, Mexico.
Is Tuxpan the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 700 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.