La Jagua de Ibirico Population 2026
La Jagua de Ibirico has a population of 21,386, making it the #228 biggest city in 🇨🇴 Colombia, located in Cesar Department. It is about 359× smaller than Bogotá, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,386
Rank in Colombia
#228
Coordinates
9.56°N, 73.33°W
~140 m elevation · America/Bogota
Distance to capital (Bogotá)
557 km
346 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Cesar Department
| City | Population | Rank in Colombia |
|---|---|---|
| Valledupar | 490,075 | #12 |
| Aguachica | 97,525 | #57 |
| Agustín Codazzi | 51,478 | #95 |
| Bosconia | 40,562 | #124 |
| Curumaní | 34,838 | #143 |
| Chimichagua | 30,289 | #165 |
| El Copey | 28,550 | #177 |
| Chiriguaná | 27,006 | #187 |
Cities near La Jagua de Ibirico
- Becerril20,477 people · ~17 km away
- Chiriguaná27,006 people · ~37 km away
- Curumaní34,838 people · ~46 km away
- Agustín Codazzi51,478 people · ~54 km away
- Chimichagua30,289 people · ~62 km away
- Astrea18,434 people · ~71 km away
FAQ
What is the population of La Jagua de Ibirico?
La Jagua de Ibirico has a population of 21,386 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #228 biggest city in Colombia.
What region is La Jagua de Ibirico in?
La Jagua de Ibirico is located in Cesar Department, Colombia.
Is La Jagua de Ibirico the capital of Colombia?
No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá, about 557 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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