Mexico: Population size

The latest value from 2025 is 131.95 million, an increase from 130.86 million in 2024. In comparison, the world average is 41.66 million, based on data from 196 countries. Historically, the average for Mexico from 1960 to 2025 is 86.06 million. The minimum value, 36.72 million, was reached in 1960 while the maximum of 131.95 million was recorded in 2025. See the global rankings or world map for that indicator or use the country comparator to compare trends over time.

The population size of Mexico and other countries is defined as the number of people living on the territory of the country. It includes domestic born and foreign born residents.

Definition: Total population is based on the de facto definition of population, which counts all residents regardless of legal status or citizenship. The values shown are midyear estimates.