Guamal Population 2026
Guamal has a population of 25,312, making it the #200 biggest city in 🇨🇴 Colombia, located in Magdalena Department. It is about 303× smaller than Bogotá, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
25,312
Rank in Colombia
#200
Coordinates
9.14°N, 74.22°W
~28 m elevation · America/Bogota
Distance to capital (Bogotá)
504 km
313 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Magdalena Department
| City | Population | Rank in Colombia |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Marta | 499,192 | #10 |
| Ciénaga | 88,311 | #62 |
| Fundación | 59,175 | #79 |
| El Banco | 54,522 | #90 |
| Plato | 48,606 | #106 |
| Aracataca | 41,872 | #119 |
| Puebloviejo | 33,720 | #150 |
| Sitionuevo | 33,440 | #152 |
Cities near Guamal
FAQ
What is the population of Guamal?
Guamal has a population of 25,312 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #200 biggest city in Colombia.
What region is Guamal in?
Guamal is located in Magdalena Department, Colombia.
Is Guamal the capital of Colombia?
No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá, about 504 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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