El Copey Population 2026
El Copey has a population of 28,550, making it the #177 biggest city in 🇨🇴 Colombia, located in Cesar Department. Roughly 0.1% of Colombia's population lives here. It is about 269× smaller than Bogotá, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
28,550
Rank in Colombia
#177
Coordinates
10.15°N, 73.96°W
~141 m elevation · America/Bogota
Distance to capital (Bogotá)
616 km
383 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Cesar Department
| City | Population | Rank in Colombia |
|---|---|---|
| Valledupar | 490,075 | #12 |
| Aguachica | 97,525 | #57 |
| Agustín Codazzi | 51,478 | #95 |
| Bosconia | 40,562 | #124 |
| Curumaní | 34,838 | #143 |
| Chimichagua | 30,289 | #165 |
| Chiriguaná | 27,006 | #187 |
| Ariguaní | 26,246 | #191 |
Cities near El Copey
FAQ
What is the population of El Copey?
El Copey has a population of 28,550 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #177 biggest city in Colombia.
What region is El Copey in?
El Copey is located in Cesar Department, Colombia.
Is El Copey the capital of Colombia?
No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá, about 616 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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