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Barranquilla, Colombia

Major city · Population 1.2M

Barranquilla is the 4th largest city in Colombia with a population of approximately 1,206,319 people as of 2026. This makes it the 443rd largest city in the world, accounting for 2.28% of Colombia's total population of 52.9M. Barranquilla is classified as a major city and operates in the America/Bogota timezone.

Population

1,206,319

Global Rank

#443

Country Rank

#4

% of Colombia

2.28%

Barranquilla on the Map

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Colombia at a Glance

Country Population

52,886,363

Capital

Bogotá

Region

South America

Major Cities

56

GDP per Capita

$7,919

Life Expectancy

77.9 years

Urban Population

78.5%

Growth Rate

0.01%

Other Major Cities in Colombia

Bogotá
7.7M
Cali
2.4M
Medellín
2.0M
Kennedy
980K
Cartagena
915K
Cúcuta
777K
Soacha
655K
Bucaramanga
581K
Ibagué
530K
Santa Marta
499K

Nearest Major Cities

Closest cities to Barranquilla with over 100,000 people

Cities closest to Barranquilla by distance
CityPopulationDistance
Soledad342,5566 km
Malambo129,14812 km
Sabanalarga102,33441 km
Santa Marta499,19271 km
Cartagena914,552100 km
Valledupar490,075176 km
Magangué123,982192 km
Sincelejo277,773197 km

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Barranquilla?

The population of Barranquilla, Colombia is approximately 1,206,319 people, making it the 443rd largest city in the world and the 4th largest in Colombia.

Is Barranquilla the capital of Colombia?

No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá. Barranquilla is the 4th largest city in the country.

What timezone is Barranquilla in?

Barranquilla is in the America/Bogota timezone.