Short answer
DENUE lists 399 auto-parts and metal fabrication plants with 11 or more staff in Querétaro: 158 auto parts and 241 metal fabrication. 201 have 51 or more staff, and 119 match an IMMEX program on exact name and postal code. The median straight-line distance to the Laredo crossing is 783 km.
Key facts
- INEGI state code
- 22
- Municipalities with plants
- 9
- IMMEX programs registered in the state
- 315 (August 2026 directory)
The numbers
| Group | Plants |
|---|---|
| Auto parts (SCIAN 3363), 11+ staff | 158 |
| Metal fabrication (SCIAN 332), 11+ staff | 241 |
| With 51 or more staff | 201 |
| With an exact IMMEX match (name and postal code) | 119 (30% of plants) |
| Staff band | Plants |
|---|---|
| 11 to 30 | 153 |
| 31 to 50 | 45 |
| 51 to 100 | 54 |
| 101 to 250 | 58 |
| 251 or more | 89 |
What Querétaro plants make
| Process | Plants, 11+ staff | With 51+ staff |
|---|---|---|
| CNC machining | 85 | 9 |
| Stamping and forging | 57 | 37 |
| Welded structures | 32 | 11 |
| Coating and plating | 28 | 13 |
| Engine and powertrain parts | 25 | 17 |
| Wire harnesses and electrical parts | 21 | 21 |
| Seating and interior trim | 21 | 16 |
| Steering and suspension parts | 17 | 13 |
| Brake parts | 13 | 12 |
| Wire forms and springs | 12 | 8 |
Where the plants are
Plants in Querétaro sit in 9 municipalities. The largest clusters are below.
| Municipality | Plants |
|---|---|
| Querétaro | 178 |
| El Marqués | 113 |
| San Juan del Río | 49 |
| Corregidora | 30 |
| Colón | 12 |
| Huimilpan | 11 |
Distance to the border
Straight-line distance from a plant in Querétaro to the World Trade International Bridge at Laredo runs from 757 to 812 km, with a median of 783 km. Road distance is longer, and other crossings may suit your freight.
Before you approach a plant
A DENUE listing shows that an establishment exists. Check its IMMEX status and the SAT 69-B list before you book a visit; the verification guide has the steps, and what Testigo checks shows the record you should end up with.
Frequently asked questions
How many auto parts plants are in Querétaro?
INEGI’s DENUE lists 158 auto-parts plants with 11 or more staff in Querétaro, plus 241 metal fabrication plants. Of the 399 together, 201 have 51 or more staff. Testigo counted these from INEGI’s bulk files on 25 September 2026.
Which cities in Querétaro have the most plants?
In DENUE, Querétaro (178), El Marqués (113), San Juan del Río (49) have the most plants among the 9 municipalities with auto-parts or metal fabrication plants of 11 or more staff. Counts are establishments in INEGI’s directory as of 25 September 2026.
How far is Querétaro from the US border?
Straight-line distance from plants in Querétaro to the Laredo crossing runs from 757 to 812 km, median 783 km. Road distance is longer. Testigo measures to Laredo because most of its pilot buyers cross there; other crossings are closer for some plants.