Mexico

The population of Mexico is approximately 133M (2024).

The capital of Mexico is Mexico City.

Mexico's GDP per capita is $14.6K (2024).

Life expectancy in Mexico is 75.26 years (2024).

Mexico covers 1,964,375 km² (758,449 sq mi).

Mexico has a moderate population density of 68 people per km², close to the global average of 60.

Mexico's population is growing steadily at 0.9% per year, in line with global averages.

Yes — based on GDP per capita, Mexico falls in the high GDP-per-person tier at $14.6K. Official World Bank income groups use Atlas-method GNI per capita, so this is a GDP-based comparison rather than an official income-group label.

Mexico's intentional homicide rate is 24.9 per 100,000 people, among the highest reported globally.

The official language of Mexico is Spanish.

Mexico uses the Mexican peso ($) as its sole official currency.

The best months to visit Mexico are February, March, April, May, November, based on climate data for the capital.

The latest economic data shows that the GDP per capita in Mexico is approximately 14,594 USD. This figure ranks the country 84th globally and 23rd within the Americas. In the specific context of North America, current estimates place Mexico's GDP per capita as 5th out of 5 economies in the subregion.

Current data indicates that the adult literacy rate in Mexico is 95.9%. This achievement ranks the country 73rd globally out of 170 measured nations. High literacy levels support a workforce that is increasingly integrated into global manufacturing and technology sectors throughout the North American trade corridor.

Approximately 83.1% of the Mexican population are internet users, according to recent estimates. This level of digital penetration ranks the country 93rd in the world. The growth in connectivity has significantly transformed commerce and communication across both major urban centers and developing rural communities.

Mexico covers a total land area of 1964375 km² (758450 sq mi), making it one of the largest countries in the Americas. It features a diverse topography ranging from the lowest point at Laguna Salada, which is -10 m (-33 ft) below sea level, to high volcanic peaks.

The current estimated 2026 population of Mexico is 133,122,855. This figure is projected from the latest official 2024 data, which recorded 130,861,007 residents. The country continues to grow at a steady annual rate of 0.86% as it completes its demographic transition toward a more stabilized population size.

Mexico currently holds a population rank of global 11 of 215 countries. In the Americas, it is the 3rd most populous nation, while it ranks 2nd in the North American subregion. It remains the most populous Spanish-speaking country in the world, followed by Spain and Colombia.

The estimated population density is 68.5 people per km² (177.4 per sq mi). Recent data places Mexico at a density rank of global 136 of 215. Population is most concentrated in the central region, particularly in and around the capital, while northern desert areas are more sparsely populated.

The population of Mexico is currently growing at an annual rate of approximately 0.86%. While the total number of people is increasing, the growth rate has been steadily declining since the 1960s. Current estimates show the country is adding about 3,085 people to its total population every day.

The latest fertility rate in Mexico is 1.89 births per woman. This is below the replacement level of 2.1 children per woman, which indicates that the native population will eventually stabilize and potentially decline without net migration. This rate has fallen significantly from more than 6.0 in the mid-1900s.

Approximately 79.8% of Mexico's population resides in urban areas, ranking it 58th globally for urbanization. Most residents live in major metropolitan centers like Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Monterrey. This high urban concentration is the result of decades of industrialization and migration away from rural agricultural regions.