María la Baja Population 2026
María la Baja has a population of 23,401, making it the #211 biggest city in 🇨🇴 Colombia, located in Bolívar. It is about 328× smaller than Bogotá, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
23,401
Rank in Colombia
#211
Coordinates
9.98°N, 75.30°W
~15 m elevation · America/Bogota
Distance to capital (Bogotá)
612 km
380 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bolívar
| City | Population | Rank in Colombia |
|---|---|---|
| Cartagena | 914,552 | #5 |
| Magangué | 123,982 | #48 |
| Turbaco | 56,171 | #88 |
| Arjona | 50,405 | #101 |
| El Carmen de Bolívar | 47,957 | #108 |
| San Pablo | 37,160 | #136 |
| San Juan Nepomuceno | 34,110 | #146 |
| Mompós | 30,861 | #161 |
Cities near María la Baja
- San Pablo37,160 people · ~8 km away
- San Juan Nepomuceno34,110 people · ~24 km away
- San Jacinto23,576 people · ~26 km away
- Mahates26,075 people · ~30 km away
- Arjona50,405 people · ~31 km away
- El Carmen de Bolívar47,957 people · ~36 km away
FAQ
What is the population of María la Baja?
María la Baja has a population of 23,401 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #211 biggest city in Colombia.
What region is María la Baja in?
María la Baja is located in Bolívar, Colombia.
Is María la Baja the capital of Colombia?
No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá, about 612 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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