Mexico is the second most populous country in North America after the United States. There are several cities in Mexico with a population of over a million. The following is the list of the top 10 largest cities in Mexico in terms of population. Let’s read.
Top 10 largest cities in Mexico by population
| Rank | City | Population (2020 census) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mexico City | 9.2 million |
| 2 | Tijuana | 1.81 million |
| 3 | Ecatepec de Morelos | 1.64 million |
| 4 | León | 1.58 million |
| 5 | Puebla | 1.54 million |
| 6 | Ciudad Juárez | 1.5 million |
| 7 | Guadalajara | 1.39 million |
| 8 | Zapopan | 1.26 million |
| 9 | Monterrey | 1.14 million |
| 10 | Ciudad Nezahualcóyotl | 1.07 million |
(Also read: USA vs Mexico | USA and Mexico – country comparison)
Key points
- Mexico City is the capital and the largest city in Mexico. It is also the most populous city in the whole of North America.
- Mexico City has an average elevation of over 7,000 ft.
- Tijuana is the second most populous city in Mexico. It is located near the US-Mexico international border.
- Tijuana is also the largest coastal city in Mexico.
- Ecatepec de Morelos, the third most populous city in Mexico is part of Greater Mexico City Metropolitan area.
(Also read: 15 interesting facts about Mexico)
