In the early colonial era, Zumpango was part of an encomienda under Alonso de Avila. In 1604, many of the indigenous were moved to the main town of Zumpango, depopulating villages. The Spanish took over the lands, creating haciendas such as the Hacienda de Santa Lucía, Hacienda Santa Inés and the Hacienda de Xalpan.
In the early colonial period, Zumpango was under an encomienda managed by Alonso de Avila. In 1604, many indigenous people were relocated to the main town of Zumpango, causing village depopulation. The Spanish then took control of the lands and established haciendas including Hacienda Santa Lucía, Hacienda Santa Inés, and Hacienda Xalpan.