Zacatlán Population 2026
Zacatlán has a population of 33,736, making it the #300 biggest city in 🇲🇽 Mexico, located in Puebla. It is about 364× smaller than Mexico City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
33,736
Rank in Mexico
#300
Coordinates
19.94°N, 97.96°W
~2,048 m elevation · America/Mexico_City
Distance to capital (Mexico City)
135 km
84 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 Zacatlán
- Chignahuapan19,608 people · ~13 km away
- Huauchinango56,206 people · ~28 km away
- Xicotepec de Juárez39,803 people · ~38 km away
- Cuautepec de Hinojosa18,835 people · ~38 km away
- Santiago Tulantepec16,078 people · ~43 km away
- Tulancingo102,406 people · ~45 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Zacatlán?
Zacatlán has a population of 33,736 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #300 biggest city in Mexico.
What region is Zacatlán in?
Zacatlán is located in Puebla, Mexico.
Is Zacatlán the capital of Mexico?
No, the capital of Mexico is Mexico City, about 135 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.