San Carlos Population 2026
San Carlos has a population of 23,532, making it the #209 biggest city in 🇨🇴 Colombia, located in Córdoba. It is about 326× smaller than Bogotá, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
23,532
Rank in Colombia
#209
Coordinates
8.80°N, 75.70°W
~15 m elevation · America/Bogota
Distance to capital (Bogotá)
499 km
310 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 |
| Planeta Rica | 69,708 | #72 |
| Sahagún | 59,188 | #78 |
| Ayapel | 56,082 | #89 |
| Chinú | 50,743 | #99 |
| Lorica | 40,605 | #123 |
Cities near San Carlos
- Ciénaga de Oro17,623 people · ~12 km away
- Cereté94,935 people · ~14 km away
- Montería490,935 people · ~20 km away
- Cotorra16,215 people · ~29 km away
- Sahagún59,188 people · ~33 km away
- Planeta Rica69,708 people · ~45 km away
FAQ
What is the population of San Carlos?
San Carlos has a population of 23,532 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #209 biggest city in Colombia.
What region is San Carlos in?
San Carlos is located in Córdoba, Colombia.
Is San Carlos the capital of Colombia?
No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá, about 499 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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