Smallest Cities in Mexico City

Top 34 cities ranked by smallest cities

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Smallest Cities — Mexico City

1 San Pedro Atocpan 8,283

2 Santa Catarina Yecahuizotl 9,563

3 Santa Ana Tlacotenco 10,593

4 San Francisco Tecoxpa 11,456

5 San Andrés Mixquic 13,310

6 San Salvador Cuauhtenco 13,856

7 Col. Bosques de las Lomas 15,000

8 San Pablo Oztotepec 15,507

9 Milpa Alta 18,274

10 San Lorenzo Acopilco 23,037

11 San Juan Ixtayopan 24,120

12 San Antonio Tecómitl 24,397

13 San Miguel Ajusco 29,781

14 San Miguel Topilejo 34,603

15 Polanco 50,000

16 Colonia Nativitas 60,000

17 Delegación Cuajimalpa de Morelos 160,491

18 Magdalena Contreras 238,431

19 Colonia del Valle 250,000

20 Tláhuac 305,076

21 Benito Juarez 355,017

22 Miguel Hidalgo 372,889

23 Iztacalco 384,326

24 Benito Juárez 385,439

25 Azcapotzalco 414,711

26 Venustiano Carranza 430,978

27 Xochimilco 442,178

28 Cuauhtémoc 531,831

29 Tlalpan 574,577

30 Coyoacán 614,447

31 Álvaro Obregón 726,664

32 Gustavo Adolfo Madero 1,185,772

33 Iztapalapa 1,835,486

34 Mexico City 12,294,193

The smallest cities in Mexico City (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. San Pedro Atocpan has a population of just 8,283. These communities often feature lower costs of living, stronger neighborhood connections, and less congestion.

Small cities can offer significant advantages for residents seeking affordable housing, shorter commutes, and a close-knit community feel. Many serve as regional centers for surrounding rural areas, providing essential services while maintaining a small-town atmosphere.

Despite their smaller size, many of these cities have thriving local economies, good school systems, and access to outdoor recreation. They represent an alternative to the fast-paced lifestyle of major metropolitan areas.

Did You Know?

1. At 8,283 residents, San Pedro Atocpan is smaller than a single large apartment complex in New York City.
2. Small cities (5,000-10,000) make up the majority of incorporated places in the United States.
3. Many of the smallest cities serve as county seats or regional service centers for surrounding rural communities.

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