Tierralta Population 2026
Tierralta has a population of 26,242, making it the #192 biggest city in 🇨🇴 Colombia, located in Córdoba. It is about 292× smaller than Bogotá, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
26,242
Rank in Colombia
#192
Coordinates
8.17°N, 76.06°W
~51 m elevation · America/Bogota
Distance to capital (Bogotá)
453 km
281 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 Tierralta
- San Pedro de Urabá30,527 people · ~37 km away
- Planeta Rica69,708 people · ~58 km away
- Montería490,935 people · ~67 km away
- Apartadó86,438 people · ~70 km away
- Montelíbano90,450 people · ~74 km away
- Turbo50,508 people · ~74 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tierralta?
Tierralta has a population of 26,242 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #192 biggest city in Colombia.
What region is Tierralta in?
Tierralta is located in Córdoba, Colombia.
Is Tierralta the capital of Colombia?
No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá, about 453 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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