What is the Population of Colombia?

The flag of Colombia is composed of three horizontal bands of yellow, blue and red, with the yellow band twice the height of the other two bands.
Population of Colombia 53,057,212

Facts last checked 31 August 2026.

Colombia has a population of approximately 53,057,212 people, making it the 27th most populated country of the 196 countries covered on this site — around 0.66% of the world's population. With a land area of 1,141,748 km², the population density is roughly 46 people per km².

Population53,057,212
Population rank27th of 196
Share of world population0.66%
Area1,141,748 km²
Population density46 / km²
DemonymColombian

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Population of Colombia — FAQ

What is the population of Colombia?

The population of Colombia is approximately 53,057,212 (53.1 million) based on the latest available data.

What is the population of Colombia in 2026?

As of 2026, the estimated population of Colombia is approximately 53,057,212 people. Colombia is the 27th most populated country in our dataset.

How many people live in Colombia?

Approximately 53,057,212 people live in Colombia, making it the 27th most populated country out of 196 covered on this site.

How does Colombia rank by population?

Colombia is the 27th most populated of the 196 countries covered on this site, with a world population share of 0.66%.

What is the population density of Colombia?

Colombia has a population density of roughly 46 people per km², based on a land area of 1,141,748 km².

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