Mexico: Population, Economy & Travel Facts

Essential data for planning your trip to Mexico — from population and demographics to economic indicators, healthcare infrastructure, tourism trends, and digital connectivity.

Population & Geography

Population
126,190,788
#11 of 197 countries
Area
1,964,375 km²
#15 of 248 countries
Density
64.2 / km²
#148 of 245 countries

Mexico has a population of 126,190,788 spread across 1,964,375 km², giving it an average density of 64.2 people per km². It ranks among the 20 most populous countries in the world.

Most Populous Cities

Mexico City
12,294,193
10642 / km²
Puebla (city)
1,692,181
5017 / km²
Querétaro (city)
1,594,212
3786 / km²
Guadalajara
1,385,629
2676 / km²
Mérida, Yucatán
1,201,000
946 / km²
Monterrey
1,135,512
2543 / km²
Ciudad Nezahualcóyotl
1,077,208
19754 / km²
Mexicali
1,032,686
2108 / km²
Chihuahua City
925,762
3688 / km²
Cancún
888,797
14131 / km²

Demographics

Median Age
31.0
Life Expectancy
74.6 yrs
Literacy Rate
95.0%
Government
federal presidential republic
Ethnic Groups
Religions
GDP by Sector

Economy & Cost of Living

Understanding the local economy helps travellers budget effectively and set expectations. Mexico is classified as an upper middle income country by the World Bank. Prices are roughly 55% of US levels, meaning costs are moderate and most travellers will find it reasonably affordable.

Income Level
Upper middle income
GDP per Capita
$13,861
Cost of Living
55% of US
Inflation
5.5%
Inequality
43.5
High