Balboa Population 2026
Balboa has a population of 18,910, making it the #264 biggest city in 🇨🇴 Colombia, located in Cauca Department. It is about 406× smaller than Bogotá, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,910
Rank in Colombia
#264
Coordinates
2.04°N, 77.22°W
~1,616 m elevation · America/Bogota
Distance to capital (Bogotá)
450 km
279 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Cauca Department
| City | Population | Rank in Colombia |
|---|---|---|
| Popayán | 318,059 | #21 |
| Santander de Quilichao | 99,354 | #56 |
| Puerto Tejada | 46,215 | #110 |
| Piendamo | 44,000 | #115 |
| Miranda | 43,333 | #117 |
| Patía | 37,781 | #133 |
| Belalcázar | 36,977 | #137 |
| Corinto | 33,846 | #148 |
Cities near Balboa
- Patía37,781 people · ~18 km away
- La Unión15,061 people · ~50 km away
- San Lorenzo16,653 people · ~60 km away
- Villa Rica18,761 people · ~66 km away
- Buesaco19,951 people · ~73 km away
- Popayán318,059 people · ~80 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Balboa?
Balboa has a population of 18,910 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #264 biggest city in Colombia.
What region is Balboa in?
Balboa is located in Cauca Department, Colombia.
Is Balboa the capital of Colombia?
No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá, about 450 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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