Puerto Santander Population 2026
Puerto Santander has a population of 16,275, making it the #301 biggest city in 🇨🇴 Colombia, located in Norte de Santander Department. It is about 472× smaller than Bogotá, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,275
Rank in Colombia
#301
Coordinates
8.36°N, 72.41°W
~50 m elevation · America/Bogota
Distance to capital (Bogotá)
457 km
284 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Norte de Santander Department
| City | Population | Rank in Colombia |
|---|---|---|
| Cúcuta | 777,106 | #6 |
| Ocaña | 101,158 | #55 |
| Villa del Rosario | 64,951 | #76 |
| Los Patios | 58,661 | #80 |
| Pamplona | 53,587 | #93 |
| El Zulia | 26,019 | #195 |
Cities near Puerto Santander
- Cúcuta777,106 people · ~52 km away
- El Zulia26,019 people · ~53 km away
- Villa del Rosario64,951 people · ~59 km away
- Los Patios58,661 people · ~59 km away
- Ocaña101,158 people · ~105 km away
- Pamplona53,587 people · ~113 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Puerto Santander?
Puerto Santander has a population of 16,275 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #301 biggest city in Colombia.
What region is Puerto Santander in?
Puerto Santander is located in Norte de Santander Department, Colombia.
Is Puerto Santander the capital of Colombia?
No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá, about 457 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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