Candelaria Population 2026
Candelaria has a population of 15,631, making it the #311 biggest city in 🇨🇴 Colombia, located in Atlántico. It is about 491× smaller than Bogotá, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,631
Rank in Colombia
#311
Coordinates
10.46°N, 74.88°W
~13 m elevation · America/Bogota
Distance to capital (Bogotá)
656 km
407 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Atlántico
| City | Population | Rank in Colombia |
|---|---|---|
| Barranquilla | 1,206,319 | #4 |
| Soledad | 342,556 | #19 |
| Malambo | 129,148 | #44 |
| Sabanalarga | 102,334 | #54 |
| Baranoa | 68,383 | #75 |
| Sabanagrande | 35,044 | #142 |
| Santo Tomás | 28,693 | #175 |
| Luruaco | 27,647 | #180 |
Cities near Candelaria
- Manatí19,233 people · ~9 km away
- Campo de la Cruz22,810 people · ~9 km away
- Santa Lucía15,760 people · ~17 km away
- Sabanalarga102,334 people · ~20 km away
- Ponedera23,420 people · ~25 km away
- Repelón25,467 people · ~27 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Candelaria?
Candelaria has a population of 15,631 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #311 biggest city in Colombia.
What region is Candelaria in?
Candelaria is located in Atlántico, Colombia.
Is Candelaria the capital of Colombia?
No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá, about 656 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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