Live mpox (monkeypox) statistics for Mexico, updated automatically from World Health Organization surveillance data.
First case 16 May 2022 · latest WHO report 31 Aug 2026 · updates automatically
As of 27 September 2026, Mexico has reported 5,069 confirmed mpox (monkeypox) cases and 42 deaths to the World Health Organization, with the first confirmed case recorded on 16 May 2022. That is the 7th highest total worldwide and the 2nd in North America. The rate is 38.4 cases per million people (above the world average of 23.6). 6 new cases were reported in the last 90 days, down from 35 in the previous 90 days (-83%).
Total confirmed cases: Mexico
Cumulative confirmed cases by report date
Mexico: 5,069 confirmed cases.
New confirmed cases: Mexico
By month of report to WHO
Mexico: 6 cases in the last 90 days.
Latest reports: Mexico
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Mpox in Mexico: frequently asked questions
How many mpox cases are there in Mexico?
Mexico has reported 5,069 laboratory-confirmed mpox (monkeypox) cases to WHO as of 27 September 2026, the 7th highest total of 145 countries with cases.
How many people have died from mpox in Mexico?
42 mpox deaths have been confirmed in Mexico, a case fatality rate of 0.83%. Worldwide the rate is about 0.28%.
Are mpox cases rising in Mexico?
6 new cases were reported in the last 90 days, down from 35 in the previous 90 days (-83%). The latest report to WHO is dated 31 August 2026.
Has clade Ib mpox been found in Mexico?
Clade Ib has not been reported for Mexico in WHO situation reports so far. Cases there have been clade II or clade Ia. The worldwide list of clade Ib countries is on the main tracker page.
When was the first mpox case in Mexico?
The first confirmed case in WHO data for Mexico was recorded on 16 May 2022.
How does Mexico compare with other countries?
Mexico has 38.4 confirmed cases per million people, against a world average of 23.6. It ranks 2nd in North America by total cases.
How can I protect myself from mpox?
Avoid close, skin-to-skin contact with people who have a rash that looks like mpox, do not share bedding, towels or utensils with someone who is sick, and wash hands often. Vaccination with MVA-BN is recommended for people at higher risk; check with local health services in Mexico for availability.