Cota Population 2026
Cota has a population of 20,462, making it the #241 biggest city in 🇨🇴 Colombia, located in Cundinamarca. It is about 375× smaller than Bogotá, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,462
Rank in Colombia
#241
Coordinates
4.81°N, 74.10°W
~2,557 m elevation · America/Bogota
Distance to capital (Bogotá)
22 km
14 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 |
| Chía | 124,309 | #47 |
| Funza | 116,890 | #49 |
| Girardot City | 107,324 | #53 |
Cities near Cota
FAQ
What is the population of Cota?
Cota has a population of 20,462 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #241 biggest city in Colombia.
What region is Cota in?
Cota is located in Cundinamarca, Colombia.
Is Cota the capital of Colombia?
No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá, about 22 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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