Geography of Mexico
Climate, terrain, natural resources, and geographic features
Total Area
1,964,375
km² (rank #13)
Coastline
9,330
km
Highest Point
Volcan Pico de Orizaba (5,636 m)
Lowest Point
Laguna Salada (-10 m)
Area Comparison
Mexico
1,964,375 km²
United States (reference)
9,833,520 km²
Mexico is 20.0% the size of the United States.
Climate
Varies from tropical to desert; temperate at higher elevations
Terrain
High rugged mountains, low coastal plains, high plateaus, and desert
Natural Resources
Petroleum
Silver
Antimony
Copper
Gold
Lead
Zinc
Natural Gas
Timber
Land Use
11.8%
33.3%
54.9%
Arable: 11.8%
Forest: 33.3%
Other: 54.9%
Bordering Countries
Mexico on the Map
Region
North America
Central America
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Mexico?
Mexico covers an area of 1,964,375 km², ranking #13 in the world by size.
What is the climate of Mexico?
Varies from tropical to desert; temperate at higher elevations
What is the highest point in Mexico?
The highest point in Mexico is Volcan Pico de Orizaba (5,636 m).
What natural resources does Mexico have?
Mexico's natural resources include Petroleum, Silver, Antimony, Copper, Gold, Lead, Zinc, Natural Gas, Timber.
Which countries border Mexico?
Mexico shares land borders with United States, Guatemala, Belize.