State Map of Mexico

Mexico, the 14th largest country in the world, is divided into 32 federal entities, comprising 31 states and the capital, Mexico City. Each state has its own government and is further divided into municipalities. The country’s geographical diversity ranges from deserts in the north to tropical rainforests in the south, while its cities reflect a rich blend of indigenous and Spanish colonial influences. Mexico City, the capital, serves as the political, economic, and cultural heart of the nation.

Major States and Regional Significance:

Mexico City: The capital and largest city, known for its historic landmarks, cultural institutions, and economic significance.
Jalisco: Home to Guadalajara, a major cultural and economic center, famous for tequila and mariachi music.
Nuevo León: An industrial and business hub, with Monterrey as its economic powerhouse.
Yucatán: Known for its Mayan heritage and archaeological sites, including Chichén Itzá.
Baja California: A northern border state with vibrant tourism and trade connections to the U.S.
Oaxaca: Renowned for its indigenous culture, colonial architecture, and culinary traditions.
Veracruz: A key Gulf Coast state with a major port and rich historical significance.

List of Mexico’s States with Capitals, Areas, and Major Cities

This table provides an overview of Mexico’s 31 states and its capital, including their capitals, area, codes, and major cities.

No.	State	Capital City	Area (sq. km)	State Code	Major Cities
1.	Aguascalientes	Aguascalientes	5,617	AGS	Jesús María, Rincón de Romos
2.	Baja California	Mexicali	71,450	BCN	Tijuana, Ensenada
3.	Baja California Sur	La Paz	73,909	BCS	Cabo San Lucas, San José del Cabo
4.	Campeche	Campeche	57,924	CAM	Ciudad del Carmen, Escárcega
5.	Chiapas	Tuxtla Gutiérrez	73,289	CHP	Tapachula, San Cristóbal de las Casas
6.	Chihuahua	Chihuahua	247,455	CHH	Ciudad Juárez, Delicias
7.	Coahuila	Saltillo	151,563	COA	Torreón, Monclova
8.	Colima	Colima	5,625	COL	Manzanillo, Tecomán
9.	Durango	Durango	123,317	DUR	Gómez Palacio, Lerdo
10.	Guanajuato	Guanajuato	30,608	GTO	León, Irapuato
11.	Guerrero	Chilpancingo	63,621	GRO	Acapulco, Iguala
12.	Hidalgo	Pachuca	20,813	HID	Tula, Tulancingo
13.	Jalisco	Guadalajara	78,588	JAL	Zapopan, Puerto Vallarta
14.	Mexico	Toluca	22,499	MEX	Ecatepec, Naucalpan
15.	Michoacán	Morelia	58,599	MIC	Uruapan, Zamora
16.	Morelos	Cuernavaca	4,879	MOR	Jiutepec, Cuautla
17.	Nayarit	Tepic	27,857	NAY	Bahía de Banderas, Xalisco
18.	Nuevo León	Monterrey	64,924	NLE	San Nicolás, Guadalupe
19.	Oaxaca	Oaxaca de Juárez	93,757	OAX	Juchitán, Salina Cruz
20.	Puebla	Puebla	34,251	PUE	Tehuacán, Atlixco
21.	Querétaro	Querétaro	11,699	QUE	San Juan del Río, El Marqués
22.	Quintana Roo	Chetumal	44,705	ROO	Cancún, Playa del Carmen
23.	San Luis Potosí	San Luis Potosí	60,536	SLP	Ciudad Valles, Matehuala
24.	Sinaloa	Culiacán	57,365	SIN	Mazatlán, Los Mochis
25.	Sonora	Hermosillo	179,355	SON	Nogales, Ciudad Obregón
26.	Tabasco	Villahermosa	24,731	TAB	Cárdenas, Comalcalco
27.	Tamaulipas	Ciudad Victoria	80,175	TAM	Reynosa, Matamoros
28.	Tlaxcala	Tlaxcala	3,991	TLX	Apizaco, Huamantla
29.	Veracruz	Xalapa	71,820	VER	Veracruz, Coatzacoalcos
30.	Yucatán	Mérida	39,524	YUC	Valladolid, Progreso
31.	Zacatecas	Zacatecas	75,539	ZAC	Fresnillo, Guadalupe
32.	Mexico City	Mexico City	1,495	CDMX	All boroughs of the capital

Mexico’s states and capital showcase a rich blend of modern cities, historical sites, and natural wonders, making it a culturally and economically significant country in North America.