Fundación Population 2026
Fundación has a population of 59,175, making it the #79 biggest city in 🇨🇴 Colombia, located in Magdalena Department. Roughly 0.1% of Colombia's population lives here. It is about 130× smaller than Bogotá, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
59,175
Rank in Colombia
#79
Coordinates
10.52°N, 74.19°W
~49 m elevation · America/Bogota
Distance to capital (Bogotá)
657 km
408 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Magdalena Department
| City | Population | Rank in Colombia |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Marta | 499,192 | #10 |
| Ciénaga | 88,311 | #62 |
| El Banco | 54,522 | #90 |
| Plato | 48,606 | #106 |
| Aracataca | 41,872 | #119 |
| Puebloviejo | 33,720 | #150 |
| Sitionuevo | 33,440 | #152 |
| Pivijay | 33,047 | #155 |
Cities near Fundación
FAQ
What is the population of Fundación?
Fundación has a population of 59,175 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #79 biggest city in Colombia.
What region is Fundación in?
Fundación is located in Magdalena Department, Colombia.
Is Fundación the capital of Colombia?
No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá, about 657 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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