In 2020, the male-female ratio expressed as men per 100 women in Mexico amounted to approximately *****. Between 1995 and 2020, the figure dropped by around ****, though the decline followed an uneven course rather than a steady trajectory.

The male-female ratio expressed as men per 100 women in Mexico City stood at approximately ***** in 2020. Between 1910 and 2020, the ratio rose by around ****, though the increase followed an uneven trajectory rather than a consistent upward trend.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset tabulates the population of Mexico town by gender, including both male and female populations. This dataset can be utilized to understand the population distribution of Mexico town across both sexes and to determine which sex constitutes the majority.

Key observations

There is a slight majority of male population, with 50.34% of total population being male. Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

Scope of gender :

Please note that American Community Survey asks a question about the respondents current sex, but not about gender, sexual orientation, or sex at birth. The question is intended to capture data for biological sex, not gender. Respondents are supposed to respond with the answer as either of Male or Female. Our research and this dataset mirrors the data reported as Male and Female for gender distribution analysis. No further analysis is done on the data reported from the Census Bureau.

Variables / Data Columns

• Gender: This column displays the Gender (Male / Female)
• Population: The population of the gender in the Mexico town is shown in this column.
• % of Total Population: This column displays the percentage distribution of each gender as a proportion of Mexico town total population. Please note that the sum of all percentages may not equal one due to rounding of values.

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Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

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This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Mexico town Population by Race & Ethnicity. You can refer the same here

Mexico MX: Sex Ratio at Birth: Male Births per Female Births data was reported at 1.050 Ratio in 2017. This stayed constant from the previous number of 1.050 Ratio for 2016. Mexico MX: Sex Ratio at Birth: Male Births per Female Births data is updated yearly, averaging 1.050 Ratio from Dec 1962 (Median) to 2017, with 21 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 1.050 Ratio in 2017 and a record low of 1.050 Ratio in 2017. Mexico MX: Sex Ratio at Birth: Male Births per Female Births data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Mexico – Table MX.World Bank.WDI: Population and Urbanization Statistics. Sex ratio at birth refers to male births per female births. The data are 5 year averages.; ; United Nations Population Division. World Population Prospects: 2017 Revision.; Weighted average;

In 2023, more than 44.5 million women in Mexico were between 15 and 64 years old. The youngest age range - from 0 to 14 years - is the only one where the male population exceeds that of women. That year, the population of Mexico was estimated at over 127 million inhabitants.

Sex ratio at birth (male births per female births) in Mexico was reported at 1.039 in 2023, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Mexico - Sex ratio at birth (male births per female births) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on July of 2025.

Mexico: Ratio of female to male students in secondary school: The latest value from 2020 is 1.1 percent, unchanged from 1.1 percent in 2019. In comparison, the world average is 1.01 percent, based on data from 111 countries. Historically, the average for Mexico from 1971 to 2020 is 0.96 percent. The minimum value, 0.63 percent, was reached in 1971 while the maximum of 1.1 percent was recorded in 2019.

Mexico: Ratio of female to male students in tertiary level education: The latest value from 2022 is 1.15 percent, an increase from 1.12 percent in 2021. In comparison, the world average is 1.21 percent, based on data from 117 countries. Historically, the average for Mexico from 1971 to 2022 is 0.83 percent. The minimum value, 0.26 percent, was reached in 1971 while the maximum of 1.15 percent was recorded in 2022.

Population, female (% of total population) in Mexico was reported at 51.51 % in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Mexico - Population, female (% of total) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on July of 2025.

Ratio of female to male labor force participation rate (%) (modeled ILO estimate) in Mexico was reported at 61.18 % in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Mexico - Ratio of female to male labor participation rate - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on June of 2025.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset tabulates the population of Mexico by gender across 18 age groups. It lists the male and female population in each age group along with the gender ratio for Mexico. The dataset can be utilized to understand the population distribution of Mexico by gender and age. For example, using this dataset, we can identify the largest age group for both Men and Women in Mexico. Additionally, it can be used to see how the gender ratio changes from birth to senior most age group and male to female ratio across each age group for Mexico.

Key observations

Largest age group (population): Male # 25-29 years (501) | Female # 30-34 years (614). Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

Age groups:

• Under 5 years
• 5 to 9 years
• 10 to 14 years
• 15 to 19 years
• 20 to 24 years
• 25 to 29 years
• 30 to 34 years
• 35 to 39 years
• 40 to 44 years
• 45 to 49 years
• 50 to 54 years
• 55 to 59 years
• 60 to 64 years
• 65 to 69 years
• 70 to 74 years
• 75 to 79 years
• 80 to 84 years
• 85 years and over

Scope of gender :

Please note that American Community Survey asks a question about the respondents current sex, but not about gender, sexual orientation, or sex at birth. The question is intended to capture data for biological sex, not gender. Respondents are supposed to respond with the answer as either of Male or Female. Our research and this dataset mirrors the data reported as Male and Female for gender distribution analysis.

Variables / Data Columns

• Age Group: This column displays the age group for the Mexico population analysis. Total expected values are 18 and are define above in the age groups section.
• Population (Male): The male population in the Mexico is shown in the following column.
• Population (Female): The female population in the Mexico is shown in the following column.
• Gender Ratio: Also known as the sex ratio, this column displays the number of males per 100 females in Mexico for each age group.

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

Recommended for further research

This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Mexico Population by Gender. You can refer the same here

Graph and download economic data for Ratio of Female to Male Primary School Enrollment for Mexico (SEENRPRIMFMZSMEX) from 1971 to 2020 about primary schooling, enrolled, Mexico, females, males, ratio, and primary.

104,4 (%) in 2010. Ratio of male population to female population multiplied by 100. It is interpreted as the number of men per hundred women. Figures for the following census dates: February 14 (2000), 17 October (2005) and June 12 (2010).

School enrollment, primary (gross), gender parity index (GPI) in Mexico was reported at 1.0094 % in 2020, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Mexico - Ratio of female to male primary enrollment - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on July of 2025.

School enrollment, tertiary (gross), gender parity index (GPI) in Mexico was reported at 1.1515 % in 2022, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Mexico - Ratio of female to male tertiary enrollment - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on July of 2025.

Mexico MX: Labour Force Participation Rate: National Estimate: Ratio of Female to Male data was reported at 56.177 % in 2018. This records an increase from the previous number of 55.369 % for 2017. Mexico MX: Labour Force Participation Rate: National Estimate: Ratio of Female to Male data is updated yearly, averaging 47.476 % from Dec 1960 (Median) to 2018, with 36 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 56.177 % in 2018 and a record low of 21.320 % in 1960. Mexico MX: Labour Force Participation Rate: National Estimate: Ratio of Female to Male data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Mexico – Table MX.World Bank.WDI: Labour Force. Labor force participation rate is the proportion of the population ages 15 and older that is economically active: all people who supply labor for the production of goods and services during a specified period. Ratio of female to male labor force participation rate is calculated by dividing female labor force participation rate by male labor force participation rate and multiplying by 100.; ; Derived using data from International Labour Organization, ILOSTAT database. Data retrieved in April 2019.; Weighted average; The series for ILO estimates is also available in the WDI database. Caution should be used when comparing ILO estimates with national estimates.

Ratio of female to male labor force participation rate (%) (national estimate) in Mexico was reported at 60.57 % in 2023, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Mexico - Ratio of female to male labor force participation rate (national estimate) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on July of 2025.

This map shows a comparison between the number of economically active males who are 15 years or older to number of economically active females who are 15 years or older in Mexico by State and Municipality. Data is from Censo INEGI 2020. Each layer is configured with a pop-up for additional information. In addition, the Municipality layer is configured with a new Map Viewer chart. Censo INEGI 2020 información Ocupación Municipal /INEGI Census 2020 Employment Information by MunicipalityEsta capa muestra la información de la situación de ocupación de la población en México a nivel municipal. También hay atributos, que representan estas características como porcentaje del total de la población municipal, que se pueden mapear o utilizar en el análisis.La capa está simbolizada por el porcentaje de población femenina no económicamente activa, a nivel municipal. Para ver la lista completa de atributos disponibles en este servicio, vaya a la pestaña "Datos" y seleccione "Campos" en la parte superior derecha.Esta capa lista para usar se puede usar dentro de ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, sus aplicaciones configurables, paneles, Story Maps, aplicaciones personalizadas y aplicaciones móviles. Los datos también se pueden exportar para flujos de trabajo sin conexión. Por favor, cite al INEGI (Instituto Nacional de Estadística y geografía) cuando utilice estos datos.Información adicional sobre documentación y metodología del censo se puede encontrar en Censo Población y Vivienda 2020 (inegi.org.mx)_This layer shows employment status of the population in Mexico at a municipal level. There are also attributes, representing these characteristics as percentage of total municipal population, which can be mapped or used within analysis. The layer is symbolized by the percentage of female population who is not economically active, at the municipal level. To see the full list of attributes available in this service, go to the "Data" tab, and choose "Fields" at the top right. This ready-to-use layer can be used within ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, its configurable apps, dashboards, Story Maps, custom apps, and mobile apps. Data can also be exported for offline workflows. Please cite INEGI (Instituto Nacional de Estadistica y Geografia) when using this data.Additional information regarding documentation and methodology regarding the census can be found at Censo Población y Vivienda 2020 (inegi.org.mx)

About this dataset

Context

The dataset tabulates the population of Mexico by gender across 18 age groups. It lists the male and female population in each age group along with the gender ratio for Mexico. The dataset can be utilized to understand the population distribution of Mexico by gender and age. For example, using this dataset, we can identify the largest age group for both Men and Women in Mexico. Additionally, it can be used to see how the gender ratio changes from birth to senior most age group and male to female ratio across each age group for Mexico.

Key observations

Largest age group (population): Male # 0-4 years (107) | Female # 20-24 years (139). Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

Age groups:

• Under 5 years
• 5 to 9 years
• 10 to 14 years
• 15 to 19 years
• 20 to 24 years
• 25 to 29 years
• 30 to 34 years
• 35 to 39 years
• 40 to 44 years
• 45 to 49 years
• 50 to 54 years
• 55 to 59 years
• 60 to 64 years
• 65 to 69 years
• 70 to 74 years
• 75 to 79 years
• 80 to 84 years
• 85 years and over

Scope of gender :

Please note that American Community Survey asks a question about the respondents current sex, but not about gender, sexual orientation, or sex at birth. The question is intended to capture data for biological sex, not gender. Respondents are supposed to respond with the answer as either of Male or Female. Our research and this dataset mirrors the data reported as Male and Female for gender distribution analysis.

Variables / Data Columns

• Age Group: This column displays the age group for the Mexico population analysis. Total expected values are 18 and are define above in the age groups section.
• Population (Male): The male population in the Mexico is shown in the following column.
• Population (Female): The female population in the Mexico is shown in the following column.
• Gender Ratio: Also known as the sex ratio, this column displays the number of males per 100 females in Mexico for each age group.

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

Recommended for further research

This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Mexico Population by Gender. You can refer the same here

This scatter chart displays proportion of seats held by women in national parliaments (%) against male population (people) in Mexico. The data is filtered where the date is 2021. The data is about countries per year.