Where is / Where is Mexico / Where is Jiutepec

Where is Jiutepec, Mexico

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

Jiutepec is a city and municipality located in the state of Morelos, Mexico. Morelos is a state in central Mexico, and Jiutepec is situated just south of Cuernavaca, the state capital. Jiutepec is part of the Greater Cuernavaca metropolitan area and is known for its cultural heritage, historical sites, and pleasant climate. It is a popular destination for tourism and is also a residential area for people working in Cuernavaca and nearby cities.

Jiutepec Location Map, Mexico

Facts about Jiutepec, Mexico

Country	Mexico
State	Morelos
Region	Central Mexico
Municipal Seat	Jiutepec
Named After	Nahuatl "Xiu-tepetl" (turquoise hill)
Established	Pre-Hispanic era
Municipality Status	1869
Coordinates	18.8956° N, 99.1686° W
Total Area	70 sq km
Land Area	70 sq km
Water Area	Minimal
Population (2020)	277,959
Population Rank	Second-most populous municipality in Morelos
Major City	Jiutepec
Main Industries	Manufacturing, Commerce, Services, Logistics
Major Airport	General Mariano Matamoros Airport (CVJ)
Time Zone	Central Time (UTC-06:00)
Known For	Industrial parks, Cuernavaca metro area
Website	https://www.jiutepec.gob.mx

Top Attractions in Jiutepec, Mexico

Jardín Borda (nearby Cuernavaca) - historic garden and cultural site close to Jiutepec
Parque Ecológico El Texcal - protected natural area with volcanic rock formations and trails
Centro Histórico de Jiutepec - traditional town center with local life and architecture
Iglesia de Santiago Apóstol - historic church and religious landmark
Las Fuentes Park - local park popular for walking and family activities
Unidad Deportiva Jiutepec - sports complex for recreation and events
Local Water Parks and Balnearios - nearby attractions with pools and thermal waters
Mercado Municipal de Jiutepec - traditional market with local food and products
Tezontepec Archaeological Area - nearby pre-Hispanic site with regional significance
Easy Access to Cuernavaca - proximity to major attractions in the state capital

Distance from Jiutepec to Other Mexican Cities

Jiutepec to Cuernavaca - 5 km (3 miles)
Jiutepec to Mexico City - 90 km (56 miles)
Jiutepec to Cuautla - 55 km (34 miles)
Jiutepec to Toluca - 115 km (71 miles)
Jiutepec to Puebla - 150 km (93 miles)
Jiutepec to Pachuca - 170 km (106 miles)
Jiutepec to Querétaro - 250 km (155 miles)
Jiutepec to Tlaxcala - 165 km (103 miles)
Jiutepec to Veracruz - 420 km (261 miles)
Jiutepec to Oaxaca - 460 km (286 miles)
Jiutepec to Morelia - 310 km (193 miles)
Jiutepec to Guadalajara - 560 km (348 miles)

Location of Cities in Mexico

Where is Guadalupe	Where is Monterrey	Where is San Pablo De Las Salinas
Where is Hermosillo	Where is Morelia	Where is Santa Catarina
Where is Heroica Nogales	Where is Naucalpan De Juarez	Where is Soledad Diez Gutierrez
Where is Huixquilucan	Where is Nicolas Romero	Where is Tampico
Where is Iguala De La Independencia	Where is Nuevo Laredo	Where is Tapachula
Where is Irapuato	Where is Oaxaca De Juarez	Where is Tehuacan
Where is Ixtapaluca	Where is Orizaba	Where is Tepic
Where is Jalapa Enriquez	Where is Pachuca De Soto	Where is Texcoco De Mora
Where is Jiutepec	Where is Piedras Negras	Where is Tijuana
Where is La Paz	Where is Poza Rica De Hidalgo	Where is Tlalnepantla
Where is Leon	Where is Puebla De Zaragoza	Where is Tlaquepaque
Where is Los Mochis	Where is Puerto Vallarta	Where is Jiutepec
Where is Los Reyes	Where is Queretaro	Where is Tonala
Where is Manzanillo	Where is Reynosa	Where is Torreon
Where is Matamoros	Where is Salamanca	Where is Tuxtla Gutierrez
Where is Mazatlan	Where is Saltillo	Where is Uruapan Del Progreso
Where is Merida	Where is San Cristobal De Las Casas	Where is Veracruz
Where is Metepec	Where is San Juan Del Rio	Where is Villahermosa
Where is Mexicali	Where is San Luis Potosi	Where is Xico
Where is Mexico City	Where is San Luis Rio Colorado	Where is Zacatecas
Where is Minatitlan	Where is San Nicolas De Los Garzas	Where is Zamora De Hidalgo
Where is Monclova		Where is Zapopan