Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
1.5M
Population
200 km2
Area
178 Mbps
Internet
1,577m
Elevation
UTC−06:00
Timezone
GDL (23km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Guadalajara's spirited suburb, Zapopan buzzes with tequila distilleries and the grand Basilica drawing pilgrims year-round. Nomads love its mild highland climate, top-tier connectivity via international airport, and lively plazas perfect for networking over tortas ahogadas. Tech hubs nearby amplify opportunities in this cultural powerhouse.
QUICK FACTS
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Food
798 restaurants mapped in Zapopan
Tech
Solid 178 Mbps internet — reliable for remote work and streaming
A major city with a population of 1,476,491
INFRASTRUCTURE
17,404 total POIs 87.0 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
798
Cafes
213
Bars
143
Fast Food
292
Shopping
Supermarkets
157
Convenience
401
Shopping Malls
158
Healthcare
Hospitals
89
Clinics
110
Pharmacies
1,225
Education
Schools
3,788
Universities
490
Libraries
25
Recreation
Parks
2,066
Playgrounds
145
Sports
348
Cinemas
30
Museums
31
Theatres
41
Transport
Bus Stops
4,558
Train Stations
49
Fuel Stations
363
Services
Banks
237
ATMs
26
Post Offices
18
Police
21
Fire Stations
11
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
178 Mbps
Download
134 Mbps
Upload
7ms
Latency
148,884
Tests
48,703
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Jan - Dec
18°
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18°
F
19°
M
20°
A
21°
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22°
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22°
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22°
A
21°
S
20°
O
19°
N
18°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 20 C Range: 18.2 - 21.8 C Rain: 673 mm/year Sunshine: 3,863 h/year
CITY SCORES
87.1
Nomad Index
A
Livability
37.5
Culture
62.0
Overall
AIRPORT
GDL
Guadalajara International Airport
23 km from center
~41 min ride
FUN FACTS
Zapopan is notable for the Basilica of Our Lady of Zapopan, which houses a 16th-century image of the Virgin Mary.
The municipality is also home to the Centro Cultural Universitario as well as the Estadio Akron, C.D.
The municipality was historically known as 'ex Villa Maicera' (former corn village) due to its past prominence in corn production.
The area contained small shrines, called cues, mainly built to worship the sun.
The settlement fell under the authority of the Atemajac, also called Tlatoanazgo, which itself was subject to the Hueytlatoanazgo of Tonalá.
EXTERNAL LINKS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Zapopan known for?
Guadalajara's spirited suburb, Zapopan buzzes with tequila distilleries and the grand Basilica drawing pilgrims year-round. Nomads love its mild highland climate, top-tier connectivity via international airport, and lively plazas perfect for networking over tortas ahogadas. Tech hubs nearby amplify opportunities in this cultural powerhouse.
How fast is the internet in Zapopan?
Zapopan has an average download speed of 178 Mbps and upload speed of 134 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Zapopan?
Zapopan has an average year-round temperature of approximately 20 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Zapopan?
Zapopan is served by GDL (Guadalajara International Airport), approximately 23 km from the city center.
What is the population of Zapopan?
The population of Zapopan is approximately 1.5M.
What infrastructure does Zapopan have?
Zapopan has 17,404 mapped points of interest, including 798 restaurants, 89 hospitals, 3,788 schools.
What country is Zapopan in?
Zapopan is located in Jalisco.
