Juárez Municipality

Juárez Municipality is an administrative area in northern Chihuahua centered on Ciudad Juárez and spread across a large territory. It encompasses numerous smaller towns and settlements that together form the region.

The municipality was established in 1826 and named after Benito Juárez, a significant Mexican president. Since its creation, the region has grown into one of northern Mexico's major administrative and economic centers.

The area has a strong cross-border identity visible in daily interactions and shared local celebrations with the Texas side. Visitors and residents experience a blend of Mexican and North American influences throughout the architecture, shops, and streets.

The region consists of several towns offering different services and functions for visitors. Those wanting to explore the various parts should set aside time to visit the individual settlements.

The area borders the Rio Grande, one of North America's major rivers and forms the international boundary. This geography has made it one of the world's largest binational metropolitan regions.

Location: Chihuahua

Inception: January 5, 1826

Capital city: Ciudad Juárez

Elevation above the sea: 1,357 m

Shares border with: El Paso County, Ahumada Municipality, Guadalupe Municipality, Ascensión Municipality

Website: https://juarez.gob.mx

GPS coordinates: 31.45000,-106.58333

Latest update: December 17, 2025 09:01