Map of Mexico | States, Cities & Location Guide
Map of Mexico – States, Cities & Location Guide
This page provides a map of Mexico along with a clear overview of its states, major cities and geographic location in North America. It is designed for education, travel planning and general reference.
Mexico is known for its Pacific and Gulf coastlines, mountain ranges, deserts, peninsulas and major cities such as Mexico City, Guadalajara, Monterrey and Cancún.
Mexico is located in North America and is divided into 31 states plus Mexico City as a federal entity. Major cities include Mexico City, Guadalajara, Monterrey, Puebla and Tijuana.
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This map highlights Mexico’s position in North America, including its states, neighbouring countries and broad geographic layout.
Where Is Mexico Located?
Mexico is located in North America, south of the United States and north of Guatemala and Belize. It borders the Pacific Ocean, the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea.
- North: United States
- South: Guatemala and Belize
- West: Pacific Ocean and Gulf of California
- East: Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean Sea
States of Mexico
Mexico is divided into 31 states plus Mexico City, which has a special federal status.
- Major states: Jalisco, Nuevo León, Puebla, Veracruz and Yucatán
- Federal entity: Mexico City, the national capital
A political map of Mexico usually shows state boundaries, capital cities and major roads or landforms.
Major Regions of Mexico
Mexico is often described using broad geographic regions.
- Northern Mexico: border states, deserts and industrial regions
- Central Mexico: plateau region with many major cities
- Western Mexico: Pacific coast and inland mountain regions
- Southern Mexico: mountainous and tropical areas
- Yucatán Peninsula: southeastern peninsula between the Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean Sea
- Baja California Peninsula: long peninsula in northwestern Mexico
Major Cities in Mexico
- Mexico City — capital and largest city
- Guadalajara — major city in western Mexico
- Monterrey — major industrial city in the north
- Puebla — major central city
- Tijuana — important border city
- Cancún — major Caribbean coastal city
- Mérida — major city on the Yucatán Peninsula
- León — major inland city
Key Geographic Features
- Sierra Madre mountain ranges — major mountain systems across Mexico
- Mexican Plateau — large central upland region
- Baja California Peninsula — long peninsula in the northwest
- Yucatán Peninsula — southeastern peninsula known for lowland terrain
- Gulf of Mexico coast — major eastern coastline
- Pacific coast — long western coastline with major resort and port areas
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Where is Mexico located?
Mexico is located in North America, south of the United States. -
What is the capital of Mexico?
Mexico City is the capital city. -
How many states does Mexico have?
Mexico has 31 states plus Mexico City as a federal entity.
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