Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
735K
Population
500 km2
Area
150 Mbps
Internet
1,120m
Elevation
UTC−06:00
Timezone
OVERVIEW
Torreón thrives in Mexico's arid Laguna heart, where cotton fields meet modern malls, appealing to nomads with its wide-open spaces and entrepreneurial drive. Sunny, dry climate and quick flights from its international airport facilitate easy remote lifestyles.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Mexico
Region
North America
Population
735K
Timezone
UTC−06:00
Elevation
1,120 m
Currency
MXN
Language
Spanish
GPS
25.54, -103.42
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
Solid 150 Mbps internet — reliable for remote work and streaming
A mid-sized city of 735,340 people
INFRASTRUCTURE
3,553 total POIs 7.1 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
128
Cafes
41
Bars
7
Fast Food
37
Shopping
Supermarkets
66
Convenience
157
Shopping Malls
32
Healthcare
Hospitals
24
Clinics
13
Pharmacies
33
Education
Schools
128
Universities
48
Libraries
11
Recreation
Parks
2,036
Playgrounds
57
Sports
164
Cinemas
8
Museums
16
Theatres
7
Transport
Bus Stops
18
Train Stations
4
Fuel Stations
86
Services
Banks
35
ATMs
8
Post Offices
6
Police
3
Fire Stations
4
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
150 Mbps
Download
124 Mbps
Upload
7ms
Latency
25,911
Tests
8,637
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CITY SCORES
10.0
Nomad Index
D
Livability
37.5
Culture
29.5
Overall
FUN FACTS
The city's population is 720,848 inhabitants, making it the second largest city in the state of Coahuila.
The area was originally a center for ranching.
It is popularly nicknamed "The City of Great Efforts" because despite all the adverse environmental conditions, it managed to flourish as a city due to its prosperous industry and commerce.
The first Spanish mission arrived in 1566, led by Fr.
The population grew from 200 in 1892 to 34,000 in 1910.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Torreón known for?
Torreón thrives in Mexico's arid Laguna heart, where cotton fields meet modern malls, appealing to nomads with its wide-open spaces and entrepreneurial drive. Sunny, dry climate and quick flights from its international airport facilitate easy remote lifestyles.
How fast is the internet in Torreón?
Torreón has an average download speed of 150 Mbps and upload speed of 124 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the population of Torreón?
The population of Torreón is approximately 735K.
What infrastructure does Torreón have?
Torreón has 3,553 mapped points of interest, including 128 restaurants, 24 hospitals, 128 schools.
What country is Torreón in?
Torreón is located in Mexico.
