Mexico's Child Population: 2022 Estimates

As of 2022, Mexico's population of children aged 0–14 is estimated at approximately 30 million, representing roughly 24% of the country's total population of ~128 million.

Demographic Context

This reflects Mexico's ongoing demographic transition:

• 1990: Children 0–14 = ~38% of population
• 2010: ~29%
• 2022: ~24%
• Projected 2050: ~18%

The decline mirrors falling fertility rates (from ~6.7 children/woman in 1970 to ~1.9 in 2022) and rising life expectancy.

Regional Variation

Child population share varies significantly by state:

• Highest: Chiapas (~32%), Guerrero (~30%), Oaxaca (~29%)
• Lowest: Mexico City (~18%), Nuevo León (~20%), Baja California Sur (~21%)

Policy Implications

This demographic shift drives demand for:

• Education infrastructure (currently ~25 million K–12 students)
• Pediatric healthcare capacity
• Childcare and early childhood programs
• Future labor market planning

Source: INEGI (Instituto Nacional de Estadística y Geografía) and CONAPO (Consejo Nacional de Población) projections.