Uruapan Population 2026
Uruapan has a population of 299,523, making it the #71 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Michoacán. Roughly 0.2% of Mexico's population lives here. It is about 41× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
299,523
Rank in Mexico
#71
Coordinates
19.42°N, 102.06°W
~1,647 m elevation · America/Mexico_City
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
307 km
191 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Michoacán
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Morelia | 743,275 | #21 |
| Ciudad Lázaro Cárdenas | 196,003 | #94 |
| Zamora de Hidalgo | 186,102 | #97 |
| Apatzingán | 102,362 | #140 |
| Heróica Zitácuaro | 84,307 | #159 |
| La Piedad de Cabadas | 83,323 | #161 |
| Sahuayo de Morelos | 64,431 | #190 |
| Ciudad Hidalgo | 60,542 | #195 |
Cities near Uruapan
- Paracho de Verduzco37,464 people · ~26 km away
- Peribán de Ramos15,434 people · ~39 km away
- Ario de Rosales16,595 people · ~43 km away
- Nueva Italia de Ruiz32,467 people · ~44 km away
- Los Reyes de Salgado39,209 people · ~47 km away
- Apatzingán102,362 people · ~48 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Uruapan?
Uruapan has a population of 299,523 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #71 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Uruapan in?
Uruapan is located in Michoacán, Mexico.
Is Uruapan the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 307 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.