Aguachica Population 2026
Aguachica has a population of 97,525, making it the #57 biggest city in 🇨🇴 Colombia, located in Cesar Department. Roughly 0.2% of Colombia's population lives here. It is about 79× smaller than Bogotá, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
97,525
Rank in Colombia
#57
Coordinates
8.31°N, 73.62°W
~164 m elevation · America/Bogota
Distance to capital (Bogotá)
414 km
257 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Cesar Department
| City | Population | Rank in Colombia |
|---|---|---|
| Valledupar | 490,075 | #12 |
| Agustín Codazzi | 51,478 | #95 |
| Bosconia | 40,562 | #124 |
| Curumaní | 34,838 | #143 |
| Chimichagua | 30,289 | #165 |
| El Copey | 28,550 | #177 |
| Chiriguaná | 27,006 | #187 |
| Ariguaní | 26,246 | #191 |
Cities near Aguachica
FAQ
What is the population of Aguachica?
Aguachica has a population of 97,525 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #57 biggest city in Colombia.
What region is Aguachica in?
Aguachica is located in Cesar Department, Colombia.
Is Aguachica the capital of Colombia?
No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá, about 414 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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