Xalapa de Enríquez Population 2026
Xalapa de Enríquez has a population of 424,755, making it the #45 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Veracruz. Roughly 0.3% of Mexico's population lives here. It is about 29× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
424,755
Rank in Mexico
#45
Coordinates
19.53°N, 96.92°W
~1,396 m elevation · America/Mexico_City
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
232 km
144 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Veracruz
| City | Population | Rank in Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Veracruz | 428,323 | #44 |
| 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 |
| San Andrés Tuxtla | 61,769 | #192 |
Cities near Xalapa de Enríquez
FAQ
What is the population of Xalapa de Enríquez?
Xalapa de Enríquez has a population of 424,755 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #45 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Xalapa de Enríquez in?
Xalapa de Enríquez is located in Veracruz, Mexico.
Is Xalapa de Enríquez the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 232 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.