Mocoa Population 2026
Mocoa has a population of 56,398, making it the #86 biggest city in 🇨🇴 Colombia, located in Putumayo Department. Roughly 0.1% of Colombia's population lives here. It is about 136× smaller than Bogotá, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
56,398
Rank in Colombia
#86
Coordinates
1.15°N, 76.65°W
~612 m elevation · America/Bogota
Distance to capital (Bogotá)
479 km
297 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Putumayo Department
| City | Population | Rank in Colombia |
|---|---|---|
| Orito | 57,774 | #84 |
| Puerto Asís | 29,782 | #168 |
| Puerto Leguízamo | 20,045 | #247 |
Cities near Mocoa
- Orito57,774 people · ~59 km away
- Buesaco19,951 people · ~62 km away
- Pasto392,930 people · ~70 km away
- La Unión15,061 people · ~73 km away
- San Lorenzo16,653 people · ~74 km away
- Puerto Asís29,782 people · ~74 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mocoa?
Mocoa has a population of 56,398 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #86 biggest city in Colombia.
What region is Mocoa in?
Mocoa is located in Putumayo Department, Colombia.
Is Mocoa the capital of Colombia?
No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá, about 479 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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