Industries

The state of Sonora has multiple industries.

Mining

The mining industry in the state of Sonora emerges as a fundamental pillar for the Mexican economy, consolidating itself as the undisputed leader in national mining production with an impressive 31.4%.

A crucial aspect that highlights the strategic importance of mining in Sonora is its position as the holder of the largest reserve of lithium in Mexico, with the company LITIO MX assuming a central role in the value chain of this mineral.

Producer #1

at the national level

Leader in copper production

with 76.3%

Leader in gold production

with 30.75%
Solo producer of:

Molybdenum, Wollastonite, Anthracite carbon, Graphite

39 mining municipalities

+20,000 jobs

industry direct

+120,000 jobs

indirect

SOURCE: INEGI (Data until October 2023) and Ministry of Economy