Mazatlán Municipality facts for kids

Mazatlán Municipality is an important area in the Mexican state of Sinaloa, located in northwestern Mexico. Think of a municipality as a local government region, similar to a county or a large district. This area includes the well-known city of Mazatlán and its surrounding towns and countryside.

Quick facts for kids Mazatlán Municipality Municipio de Mazatlán
Municipality
Coat of arms
Location of the municipality in Sinaloa
Country	Mexico
State	Sinaloa
Seat	Mazatlán
No. of Sindicaturas	8
Area
• Total	3,068.48 km2 (1,184.75 sq mi)
Population  (2010)
• Total	438,434
Time zone	UTC-7 (Mountain Standard Time)
Website	Mazatlán Government page

Where is Mazatlán Municipality?

Mazatlán Municipality is located in the state of Sinaloa. This state is on the Pacific coast of Mexico. The municipality covers a large area of 3,068.48 square kilometers. It is known for its beautiful coastline and warm climate.

Who Lives in Mazatlán?

According to the 2010 census, about 438,434 people live in the Municipality of Mazatlán. Most of these people live in the city of Mazatlán itself. The population density tells us how many people live in each square kilometer.

How is Mazatlán Municipality Governed?

Like other municipalities in Mexico, Mazatlán is led by a Municipal president. This person is like a mayor and is in charge of the local government. They work with a council to make decisions for the community. The main office, or "seat," of the municipality is in the city of Mazatlán.

Sindicaturas

The municipality is divided into smaller areas called "Sindicaturas." Mazatlán Municipality has 8 of these areas. Each Sindicatura helps manage local services and represents the people living there.

What Time Zone is Mazatlán In?

Mazatlán Municipality uses the Mountain Standard Time zone. This means it is 7 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC-7). It's good to know this if you are planning to visit!

See also

• In Spanish: Municipio de Mazatlán para niños