Vélez Population 2026
Vélez has a population of 19,376, making it the #257 biggest city in 🇨🇴 Colombia, located in Santander Department. It is about 396× smaller than Bogotá, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,376
Rank in Colombia
#257
Coordinates
6.01°N, 73.67°W
~2,160 m elevation · America/Bogota
Distance to capital (Bogotá)
162 km
101 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Santander Department
| City | Population | Rank in Colombia |
|---|---|---|
| Bucaramanga | 581,130 | #8 |
| Floridablanca | 267,591 | #26 |
| Barrancabermeja | 191,403 | #30 |
| Piedecuesta | 163,362 | #36 |
| Girón | 108,466 | #52 |
| Cimitarra | 50,892 | #98 |
| San Gil | 46,152 | #111 |
| Puerto Wilches | 31,698 | #160 |
Cities near Vélez
FAQ
What is the population of Vélez?
Vélez has a population of 19,376 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #257 biggest city in Colombia.
What region is Vélez in?
Vélez is located in Santander Department, Colombia.
Is Vélez the capital of Colombia?
No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá, about 162 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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