Planeta Rica Population 2026
Planeta Rica has a population of 69,708, making it the #72 biggest city in 🇨🇴 Colombia, located in Córdoba. Roughly 0.1% of Colombia's population lives here. It is about 110× smaller than Bogotá, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
69,708
Rank in Colombia
#72
Coordinates
8.41°N, 75.59°W
~88 m elevation · America/Bogota
Distance to capital (Bogotá)
454 km
282 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Córdoba
| City | Population | Rank in Colombia |
|---|---|---|
| Montería | 490,935 | #11 |
| Cereté | 94,935 | #58 |
| Montelíbano | 90,450 | #60 |
| Sahagún | 59,188 | #78 |
| Ayapel | 56,082 | #89 |
| Chinú | 50,743 | #99 |
| Lorica | 40,605 | #123 |
| San Antero | 34,196 | #145 |
Cities near Planeta Rica
- San Carlos23,532 people · ~45 km away
- Montería490,935 people · ~50 km away
- Ayapel56,082 people · ~50 km away
- Montelíbano90,450 people · ~51 km away
- Ciénaga de Oro17,623 people · ~52 km away
- Cereté94,935 people · ~57 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Planeta Rica?
Planeta Rica has a population of 69,708 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #72 biggest city in Colombia.
What region is Planeta Rica in?
Planeta Rica is located in Córdoba, Colombia.
Is Planeta Rica the capital of Colombia?
No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá, about 454 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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