Fonseca Population 2026
Fonseca has a population of 32,220, making it the #158 biggest city in 🇨🇴 Colombia, located in La Guajira Department. Roughly 0.1% of Colombia's population lives here. It is about 238× smaller than Bogotá, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
32,220
Rank in Colombia
#158
Coordinates
10.89°N, 72.85°W
~182 m elevation · America/Bogota
Distance to capital (Bogotá)
711 km
442 miles, straight line
Other big cities in La Guajira Department
| City | Population | Rank in Colombia |
|---|---|---|
| Riohacha | 188,014 | #31 |
| Maicao | 166,603 | #35 |
| San Juan del Cesar | 40,069 | #125 |
| Barrancas | 38,232 | #131 |
| Albania | 26,940 | #188 |
| Hatonuevo | 24,792 | #201 |
| Villanueva | 18,699 | #269 |
Cities near Fonseca
- Barrancas38,232 people · ~10 km away
- San Juan del Cesar40,069 people · ~21 km away
- Hatonuevo24,792 people · ~22 km away
- Villanueva18,699 people · ~34 km away
- Albania26,940 people · ~41 km away
- Valledupar490,075 people · ~64 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Fonseca?
Fonseca has a population of 32,220 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #158 biggest city in Colombia.
What region is Fonseca in?
Fonseca is located in La Guajira Department, Colombia.
Is Fonseca the capital of Colombia?
No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá, about 711 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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