Chinú Population 2026
Chinú has a population of 50,743, making it the #99 biggest city in 🇨🇴 Colombia, located in Córdoba. Roughly 0.1% of Colombia's population lives here. It is about 151× smaller than Bogotá, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
50,743
Rank in Colombia
#99
Coordinates
9.11°N, 75.40°W
~121 m elevation · America/Bogota
Distance to capital (Bogotá)
521 km
324 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 |
| Ayapel | 56,082 | #89 |
| Lorica | 40,605 | #123 |
| San Antero | 34,196 | #145 |
Cities near Chinú
FAQ
What is the population of Chinú?
Chinú has a population of 50,743 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #99 biggest city in Colombia.
What region is Chinú in?
Chinú is located in Córdoba, Colombia.
Is Chinú the capital of Colombia?
No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá, about 521 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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