Chía Population 2026
Chía has a population of 124,309, making it the #47 biggest city in 🇨🇴 Colombia, located in Cundinamarca. Roughly 0.2% of Colombia's population lives here. It is about 62× smaller than Bogotá, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
124,309
Rank in Colombia
#47
Coordinates
4.86°N, 74.06°W
~2,557 m elevation · America/Bogota
Distance to capital (Bogotá)
28 km
17 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Cundinamarca
| City | Population | Rank in Colombia |
|---|---|---|
| Soacha | 655,025 | #7 |
| Facatativá | 141,762 | #38 |
| Madrid | 135,000 | #40 |
| Zipaquirá | 130,432 | #42 |
| Mosquera | 128,012 | #46 |
| Funza | 116,890 | #49 |
| Girardot City | 107,324 | #53 |
| Fusagasugá | 88,820 | #61 |
Cities near Chía
FAQ
What is the population of Chía?
Chía has a population of 124,309 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #47 biggest city in Colombia.
What region is Chía in?
Chía is located in Cundinamarca, Colombia.
Is Chía the capital of Colombia?
No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá, about 28 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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