Fresno Population 2026
Fresno has a population of 17,668, making it the #283 biggest city in 🇨🇴 Colombia, located in Tolima Department. It is about 434× smaller than Bogotá, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,668
Rank in Colombia
#283
Coordinates
5.15°N, 75.04°W
~1,467 m elevation · America/Bogota
Distance to capital (Bogotá)
122 km
76 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Tolima Department
| City | Population | Rank in Colombia |
|---|---|---|
| Ibagué | 529,635 | #9 |
| Espinal | 56,213 | #87 |
| Líbano | 39,459 | #129 |
| Payandé | 37,496 | #135 |
| San Sebastián de Mariquita | 33,340 | #153 |
| Guamo | 30,516 | #164 |
| Purificación | 29,539 | #170 |
| Flandes | 29,296 | #172 |
Cities near Fresno
- Padua19,311 people · ~12 km away
- San Sebastián de Mariquita33,340 people · ~17 km away
- Manzanares16,532 people · ~17 km away
- Líbano39,459 people · ~26 km away
- Honda28,158 people · ~34 km away
- Lérida17,197 people · ~35 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Fresno?
Fresno has a population of 17,668 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #283 biggest city in Colombia.
What region is Fresno in?
Fresno is located in Tolima Department, Colombia.
Is Fresno the capital of Colombia?
No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá, about 122 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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