Ayapel Population 2026
Ayapel has a population of 56,082, making it the #89 biggest city in 🇨🇴 Colombia, located in Córdoba. Roughly 0.1% of Colombia's population lives here. It is about 137× smaller than Bogotá, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
56,082
Rank in Colombia
#89
Coordinates
8.31°N, 75.14°W
~25 m elevation · America/Bogota
Distance to capital (Bogotá)
428 km
266 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Córdoba
| City | Population | Rank in Colombia |
|---|---|---|
| Montería | 490,935 | #11 |
| Cereté | 94,935 | #58 |
| Montelíbano | 90,450 | #60 |
| Planeta Rica | 69,708 | #72 |
| Sahagún | 59,188 | #78 |
| Chinú | 50,743 | #99 |
| Lorica | 40,605 | #123 |
| San Antero | 34,196 | #145 |
Cities near Ayapel
- Caucasia58,034 people · ~37 km away
- San Marcos60,735 people · ~38 km away
- Nechí24,066 people · ~47 km away
- Montelíbano90,450 people · ~48 km away
- Planeta Rica69,708 people · ~50 km away
- San Benito Abad18,181 people · ~70 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ayapel?
Ayapel has a population of 56,082 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #89 biggest city in Colombia.
What region is Ayapel in?
Ayapel is located in Córdoba, Colombia.
Is Ayapel the capital of Colombia?
No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá, about 428 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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