La Ceja Population 2026
La Ceja has a population of 36,584, making it the #138 biggest city in 🇨🇴 Colombia, located in Antioquia. Roughly 0.1% of Colombia's population lives here. It is about 210× smaller than Bogotá, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
36,584
Rank in Colombia
#138
Coordinates
6.03°N, 75.43°W
~2,153 m elevation · America/Bogota
Distance to capital (Bogotá)
218 km
135 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Antioquia
Cities near La Ceja
FAQ
What is the population of La Ceja?
La Ceja has a population of 36,584 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #138 biggest city in Colombia.
What region is La Ceja in?
La Ceja is located in Antioquia, Colombia.
Is La Ceja the capital of Colombia?
No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá, about 218 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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