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Where is Ciudad Juarez, Mexico

Written and Fact-checked by Whereig Web Team | Updated On: February 08, 2026 12:41 PM ET

Ciudad Juárez is a city located in the northern part of Mexico, in the state of Chihuahua. It is situated along the United States-Mexico border, across the Rio Grande River from the city of El Paso, Texas, in the United States. Ciudad Juárez is one of the largest cities in the state of Chihuahua and serves as a major border crossing point between Mexico and the United States. It is known for its industrial and manufacturing activities and has a significant population due to its proximity to the U.S. border.

Ciudad Juarez Location Map, Mexico

Facts about Ciudad Juárez, Mexico

Country	Mexico
State	Chihuahua
Region	Northern Mexico (U.S.-Mexico Border)
Municipal Seat	Ciudad Juárez
Named After	Benito Juárez
Established	1659
Municipality Status	1888
Coordinates	31.6904° N, 106.4245° W
Total Area	3,485 sq km
Land Area	3,485 sq km
Water Area	Minimal
Population (2020)	1.51 million
Population Rank	Most populous city in Chihuahua state
Major City	Ciudad Juárez
Main Industries	Manufacturing (Maquiladoras), Automotive, Electronics, Logistics
Major Airport	Abraham González International Airport (CJS)
Time Zone	Mountain Time (UTC-07:00)
Known For	Border city with El Paso, Manufacturing hub, Trade corridor
Website	https://www.juarez.gob.mx

Top Attractions in Ciudad Juárez, Mexico

Monumento a la Mexicanidad (La X) - iconic red sculpture symbolizing Mexican identity
Plaza de la Mexicanidad - large public square surrounding the La X monument
Museo de la Revolución en la Frontera - museum focused on the Mexican Revolution and border history
Parque Central Hermanos Escobar - major city park with lakes, zoo, and green space
Catedral de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe - historic cathedral and religious landmark
Chamizal Federal Public Park - historic park tied to the U.S.-Mexico border settlement
Museo de Arte de Ciudad Juárez - contemporary art museum with rotating exhibitions
Plaza de las Américas - popular shopping and entertainment complex
Avenida Juárez - historic street known for culture, dining, and nightlife
Border Viewpoints - scenic spots overlooking El Paso, Texas, and the Rio Grande

Distance from Ciudad Juárez to Other Mexican Cities

Ciudad Juárez to Chihuahua - 370 km (230 miles)
Ciudad Juárez to Cuauhtémoc - 450 km (280 miles)
Ciudad Juárez to Delicias - 410 km (255 miles)
Ciudad Juárez to Parral - 600 km (373 miles)
Ciudad Juárez to Durango - 760 km (472 miles)
Ciudad Juárez to Torreón - 810 km (503 miles)
Ciudad Juárez to Saltillo - 1,050 km (652 miles)
Ciudad Juárez to Monterrey - 1,250 km (777 miles)
Ciudad Juárez to Zacatecas - 1,000 km (621 miles)
Ciudad Juárez to Guadalajara - 1,350 km (839 miles)
Ciudad Juárez to Hermosillo - 800 km (497 miles)
Ciudad Juárez to Mexico City - 1,900 km (1,181 miles)

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