In 2020, population of Mexico City reached 9.2 million, accounting for around seven percent of the total Mexican population. Over the timespan of 30 years, the number of inhabitants in the country's capital grew approximately by 974,000 persons.

The statistic depicts the total population of Mexico from 2020 to 2024, with projections up until 2030. In 2020, Mexico's total population amounted to about 128.21 million people. Total population of Mexico The total population of Mexico was expected to reach 116.02 million people by the end of 2013. Despite being the source of one of the largest migration flows in the world, Mexico has managed to maintain around a 1.25 percent population growth rate for the last several years, roughly the same growth rate as India. Among the largest cities in Mexico, Mexico City is leading with more than 8.5 million inhabitants. A slowly declining fertility rate still holds above the replacement rate, and life expectancy is growing, expanding the population from both ends of the age spectrum. With the rising life expectancy, the median age of Mexican residents has also increased, and an increasing stream of immigrants from the financially-troubled Spain has also boosted population numbers. The majority of the Mexican population is Roman Catholic, owing to its colonial Spanish background. Spanish is the predominant language, with several regional and local dialects spoken, but a number of indigenous languages, such as Nahuatl, survive and are also spoken around Mexico. One worrying and relatively recent trend in Mexico is the growing share of the population becoming overweight or obese. It is not entirely clear what sort of effect the obesity epidemic is going to have on Mexican population numbers in the long run, but is starting to manifest itself not just in physical appearance, but in the increased rates of heart disease, hypertension, and diabetes. In fact, diabetes was one of the top causes of deaths for Mexicans in recent years.

In 2020, the total population of Mexico City reached 9.2 million and a population density of 6,163.3 residents by square kilometer. Population density has grown considerably in the country's capital during the past few decades, as it stood at 5,494 inhabitants per square meter in 1990.

Updates data on the size, composition and territorial distribution of the population, households and existing housing in the country. Data 2020.

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The statistic depicts the ten largest cities in Mexico in 2020. In 2020, Mexico City had around 8.84 million residents which made it the largest city in Mexico. Population of Mexico Mexico is a federal republic located in North America, sharing borders with the United States to the north, and to the southeast with Guatemala and Belize. With a total area of over 1.9 million square kilometers, it is the fourteenth largest nation in the world and the fifth largest in the Americas. In 2014, Mexico’s total population amounted to approximately 120 million people. A little under two thirds of Mexico’s total population is of Mestizo ethnicity. The total population has steadily grown over the past decade, despite being the source to the largest migration flow between countries in the world; in 2010, around 11.6 million immigrants from Mexico lived in the United States. The migration flow between the United States and Mexico has however, decreased over the past ten years: Between 1995 and 2000, over 2.9 million migrants emigrated from Mexico to the United States. This was more than the double of migrants who emigrated from Mexico to the United States between 2005 and 2010. Each year, Mexico's population grows by about 1.24 percent compared to the previous year. Mexico City, the country’s capital and largest city, is home to approximately 8.6 million people.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset tabulates the Mexico population over the last 20 plus years. It lists the population for each year, along with the year on year change in population, as well as the change in percentage terms for each year. The dataset can be utilized to understand the population change of Mexico across the last two decades. For example, using this dataset, we can identify if the population is declining or increasing. If there is a change, when the population peaked, or if it is still growing and has not reached its peak. We can also compare the trend with the overall trend of United States population over the same period of time.

Key observations

In 2022, the population of Mexico was 1,567, a 0.00% decrease year-by-year from 2021. Previously, in 2021, Mexico population was 1,567, a decline of 0.38% compared to a population of 1,573 in 2020. Over the last 20 plus years, between 2000 and 2022, population of Mexico decreased by 3. In this period, the peak population was 1,617 in the year 2010. The numbers suggest that the population has already reached its peak and is showing a trend of decline. Source: U.S. Census Bureau Population Estimates Program (PEP).

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau Population Estimates Program (PEP).

Data Coverage:

• From 2000 to 2022

Variables / Data Columns

• Year: This column displays the data year (Measured annually and for years 2000 to 2022)
• Population: The population for the specific year for the Mexico is shown in this column.
• Year on Year Change: This column displays the change in Mexico population for each year compared to the previous year.
• Change in Percent: This column displays the year on year change as a percentage. Please note that the sum of all percentages may not equal one due to rounding of values.

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/.

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

Average Years in School: Population: 15 Years & Above: Mexico City data was reported at 11.480 Year in 2020. This records an increase from the previous number of 11.120 Year for 2015. Average Years in School: Population: 15 Years & Above: Mexico City data is updated yearly, averaging 10.830 Year from Dec 2000 (Median) to 2020, with 4 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 11.480 Year in 2020 and a record low of 9.610 Year in 2000. Average Years in School: Population: 15 Years & Above: Mexico City data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by National Institute of Statistics and Geography. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Mexico – Table MX.G016: Education Statistics: Age 15 and Above.

In 1800, the present-day region of Mexico had a population of just over six million people. Mexico gained its independence from the Spanish crown in 1821, and population growth remained steady for the next 85 years. Growth then halted with with the Panic of 1907, an American financial crisis whose ripple effects in Mexico would set the stage for the Mexican Revolution in 1910. This revolution would see population flatline at just over fifteen million between 1910 and 1920, as widespread conflict and result in the death of between 1.7 to 2.7 million over the decade, and the coinciding 1918 Spanish Flu epidemic would see the loss of another 300,000 in this time period. Following the end of both the Mexican Revolution and the Spanish Flu epidemic in 1920, the population of Mexico would begin to increase rapidly as modernization would see mortality rates fall and standards of living rise throughout the country. This growth has continued steadily into the 21st century, and in 2020, Mexico is estimated to have a population of just under 129 million.

There were 89 100 000 Messenger users in Mexico in November 2020, which accounted for 62.6% of its entire population. The majority of them were women - 51.5%. People aged 25 to 34 were the largest user group (28 000 000). The highest difference between men and women occurs within people aged 35 to 44, where women lead by 7 500 000.

School age population, last grade of primary education, female (number) in Mexico was reported at 1087041 Persons in 2020, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Mexico - Population of the official age for the last grade of primary education, female - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on November of 2025.

During the last census, Iztapalapa registered a total of 1.8 million inhabitants, a population higher than the eight States with the lowest population in Mexico. Gustavo A. Madero and Álvaro Obregón ranked second and third, respectively. In contrast, Milpa Alta registered only 152,685 inhabitants.

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)

Population of the official entrance age to primary education, both sexes (number) in Mexico was reported at 2244671 Persons in 2020, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Mexico - Population of the official entrance age to primary education, both sexes - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on November of 2025.

Population of the official entrance age to secondary general education, female (number) in Mexico was reported at 1090220 Persons in 2020, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Mexico - Population of the official entrance age to secondary general education, female - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on October of 2025.

Key information about Mexico population

• The Mexico population reached 131.7 million people in Dec 2024, compared with the previously reported figure of 130.6 million people in Dec 2023
• The data reached an all-time high of 131.7 million people in Dec 2024 and a record low of 28.1 million people in Dec 1950

• In the latest reports, Mexico Unemployment Rate dropped to 2.5 % in Oct 2024
• Monthly earnings of the Mexico population was 861.6 USD in Nov 2024
• Mexico Labour Force Participation Rate increased to 60.2 % in Oct 2024

There were 29 400 000 Instagram users in Mexico in July 2020, which accounted for 20.6% of its entire population. The majority of them were women - 54.4%. People aged 18 to 24 were the largest user group (10 700 000). The highest difference between men and women occurs within people aged 18 to 24, where women lead by 4 800 000.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset tabulates the Mexico Beach population over the last 20 plus years. It lists the population for each year, along with the year on year change in population, as well as the change in percentage terms for each year. The dataset can be utilized to understand the population change of Mexico Beach across the last two decades. For example, using this dataset, we can identify if the population is declining or increasing. If there is a change, when the population peaked, or if it is still growing and has not reached its peak. We can also compare the trend with the overall trend of United States population over the same period of time.

Key observations

In 2022, the population of Mexico Beach was 1,053, a 7.89% increase year-by-year from 2021. Previously, in 2021, Mexico Beach population was 976, an increase of 6.43% compared to a population of 917 in 2020. Over the last 20 plus years, between 2000 and 2022, population of Mexico Beach increased by 43. In this period, the peak population was 1,296 in the year 2006. The numbers suggest that the population has already reached its peak and is showing a trend of decline. Source: U.S. Census Bureau Population Estimates Program (PEP).

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau Population Estimates Program (PEP).

Data Coverage:

• From 2000 to 2022

Variables / Data Columns

• Year: This column displays the data year (Measured annually and for years 2000 to 2022)
• Population: The population for the specific year for the Mexico Beach is shown in this column.
• Year on Year Change: This column displays the change in Mexico Beach population for each year compared to the previous year.
• Change in Percent: This column displays the year on year change as a percentage. Please note that the sum of all percentages may not equal one due to rounding of values.

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 Beach Population by Year. You can refer the same here

Mexico Average Years in School: Population: 15 Years & Above: Female: Guerrero data was reported at 8.230 Year in 2020. This records an increase from the previous number of 7.600 Year for 2015. Mexico Average Years in School: Population: 15 Years & Above: Female: Guerrero data is updated yearly, averaging 7.335 Year from Dec 2000 (Median) to 2020, with 4 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 8.230 Year in 2020 and a record low of 5.800 Year in 2000. Mexico Average Years in School: Population: 15 Years & Above: Female: Guerrero data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by National Institute of Statistics and Geography. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Mexico – Table MX.G016: Education Statistics: Age 15 and Above.

Mexico Population: Active: Female: Aged 15-24 data was reported at 3,365.872 Person th in Mar 2025. This records a decrease from the previous number of 3,377.596 Person th for Feb 2025. Mexico Population: Active: Female: Aged 15-24 data is updated monthly, averaging 3,465.284 Person th from Jan 2005 (Median) to Mar 2025, with 240 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 3,969.969 Person th in Aug 2024 and a record low of 2,958.580 Person th in Aug 2020. Mexico Population: Active: Female: Aged 15-24 data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Mexico – Table MX.OECD.MEI: Population and Labour Force: OECD Member.