San Marcos Population 2026
San Marcos has a population of 60,735, making it the #77 biggest city in 🇨🇴 Colombia, located in Sucre Department. Roughly 0.1% of Colombia's population lives here. It is about 126× smaller than Bogotá, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
60,735
Rank in Colombia
#77
Coordinates
8.66°N, 75.13°W
~25 m elevation · America/Bogota
Distance to capital (Bogotá)
465 km
289 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sucre Department
| City | Population | Rank in Colombia |
|---|---|---|
| Sincelejo | 277,773 | #25 |
| Corozal | 39,800 | #128 |
| San Onofre | 32,957 | #156 |
| San Luis de Sincé | 30,768 | #162 |
| Santiago de Tolú | 27,390 | #182 |
| Sucre | 23,210 | #215 |
| Sampués | 21,204 | #229 |
| Galeras | 20,239 | #245 |
Cities near San Marcos
- San Benito Abad18,181 people · ~32 km away
- Ayapel56,082 people · ~38 km away
- Sahagún59,188 people · ~47 km away
- Sucre23,210 people · ~48 km away
- Galeras20,239 people · ~56 km away
- Planeta Rica69,708 people · ~57 km away
FAQ
What is the population of San Marcos?
San Marcos has a population of 60,735 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #77 biggest city in Colombia.
What region is San Marcos in?
San Marcos is located in Sucre Department, Colombia.
Is San Marcos the capital of Colombia?
No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá, about 465 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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