The total population in Colombia was estimated at 53.0 million people in 2024, according to the latest census figures and projections from Trading Economics. This dataset provides - Colombia Population - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

As of 2024, an estimate of **** million people lived in Bogotá — the capital of Colombia and most populated city in the country. With **** million, Medellín ranked second that year in the list of largest Colombian cities. Cali, located at the southwest of the country, followed closely behind with nearly *** million inhabitants.

The total population of Colombia stood at 52.7 million people in 2024. Between 1980 and 2024, the total population rose by 25.06 million people, though the increase followed an uneven trajectory rather than a consistent upward trend. The total population will steadily rise by 2.01 million people over the period from 2024 to 2030, reflecting a clear upward trend.This indicator describes the total population in the country at hand. This total population of the country consists of all persons falling within the scope of the census.

Actual value and historical data chart for Colombia Population Total

In 2023, the population of women between 15 and 64 years old in Colombia totaled more than 18.66 million. The youngest age range - from 0 to 14 years - is the only one where the male population exceeds that of women. That year, the population of Colombia was estimated at almost 53 million inhabitants.

Actual value and historical data chart for Colombia Population Ages 0 4 Male Percent Of Male Population

Key information about Colombia population

• The Colombia population reached 52.2 million people in Dec 2023, compared with the previously reported figure of 51.6 million people in Dec 2022
• The data reached an all-time high of 52.2 million people in Dec 2023 and a record low of 12.0 million people in Dec 1950

CEIC extends history for annual Population. National Administrative Department of Statistics provides year-end Population. Population prior to 1985 is a Mid-year estimate sourced from the International Monetary Fund.


Further information about Colombia population data

• In the latest reports, Colombia Unemployment Rate dropped to 12.1 % in Mar 2022
• Monthly earnings of the Colombia population was 280.7 USD in Dec 2021
• Colombia Labour Force Participation Rate increased to 64.0 % in Apr 2024

Actual value and historical data chart for Colombia Population Growth Annual Percent

Graph and download economic data for Population Growth for Colombia (SPPOPGROWCOL) from 1961 to 2024 about Colombia, population, and rate.

Complete population data for Colombia showing how many people live in Colombia from 1960 to 2024

Time series data for the statistic Population ages 65-69, male (% of male population) and country Colombia. Indicator Definition:Male population between the ages 65 to 69 as a percentage of the total male population.The indicator "Population ages 65-69, male (% of male population)" stands at 3.55 as of 12/31/2024, the highest value at least since 12/31/1961, the period currently displayed. Regarding the One-Year-Change of the series, the current value constitutes an increase of 3.82 percent compared to the value the year prior.The 1 year change in percent is 3.82.The 3 year change in percent is 11.29.The 5 year change in percent is 18.19.The 10 year change in percent is 44.13.The Serie's long term average value is 1.71. It's latest available value, on 12/31/2024, is 108.13 percent higher, compared to it's long term average value.The Serie's change in percent from it's minimum value, on 12/31/1964, to it's latest available value, on 12/31/2024, is +234.54%.The Serie's change in percent from it's maximum value, on 12/31/2024, to it's latest available value, on 12/31/2024, is 0.0%.

Time series data for the statistic Population ages 05-09, female (% of female population) and country Colombia. Indicator Definition:Female population between the ages 5 to 9 as a percentage of the total female population.The indicator "Population ages 05-09, female (% of female population)" stands at 6.42 as of 12/31/2024, the lowest value at least since 12/31/1961, the period currently displayed. Regarding the One-Year-Change of the series, the current value constitutes a decrease of -1.06 percent compared to the value the year prior.The 1 year change in percent is -1.06.The 3 year change in percent is -4.51.The 5 year change in percent is -8.99.The 10 year change in percent is -20.97.The Serie's long term average value is 11.50. It's latest available value, on 12/31/2024, is 44.16 percent lower, compared to it's long term average value.The Serie's change in percent from it's minimum value, on 12/31/2024, to it's latest available value, on 12/31/2024, is +0.0%.The Serie's change in percent from it's maximum value, on 12/31/1967, to it's latest available value, on 12/31/2024, is -58.60%.

Graph and download economic data for Population, Total for Colombia (POPTOTCOA647NWDB) from 1960 to 2024 about Colombia and population.

Colombia Population: Age 55 to 58 data was reported at 2,770.823 Person th in 2024. This records an increase from the previous number of 2,745.911 Person th for 2023. Colombia Population: Age 55 to 58 data is updated yearly, averaging 1,485.937 Person th from Dec 1985 (Median) to 2024, with 40 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2,770.823 Person th in 2024 and a record low of 834.103 Person th in 1985. Colombia Population: Age 55 to 58 data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by National Administrative Department of Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Colombia – Table CO.G001: Population.

Colombia Population: Female: Age Above 80 data was reported at 644.822 Person th in 2024. This records an increase from the previous number of 621.861 Person th for 2023. Colombia Population: Female: Age Above 80 data is updated yearly, averaging 294.416 Person th from Dec 1985 (Median) to 2024, with 40 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 644.822 Person th in 2024 and a record low of 174.610 Person th in 1991. Colombia Population: Female: Age Above 80 data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by National Administrative Department of Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Colombia – Table CO.G001: Population.

There has been an overall increase in the number of people living within the city limits of Bogotá throughout the time frame displayed. The population growth has been steady since 2012, leading to its highest peak in 2024 for far with around 8 million people. The metropolitan area of Bogotá is ranked as one of the most populated in Latin America.

Actual value and historical data chart for Colombia Urban Population Percent Of Total

Colombia: Population ages 65 and above, percent of total: The latest value from 2024 is 9.78 percent, an increase from 9.38 percent in 2023. In comparison, the world average is 10.43 percent, based on data from 196 countries. Historically, the average for Colombia from 1960 to 2024 is 4.66 percent. The minimum value, 2.8 percent, was reached in 1964 while the maximum of 9.78 percent was recorded in 2024.

Graph and download economic data for Population Ages 15 to 64 for Colombia (SPPOP1564TOZSCOL) from 1960 to 2024 about Colombia, 15 to 64 years, and population.

Colombia CO: Population in Largest City data was reported at 11,658,211.000 Person in 2024. This records an increase from the previous number of 11,507,960.000 Person for 2023. Colombia CO: Population in Largest City data is updated yearly, averaging 5,030,578.000 Person from Dec 1960 (Median) to 2024, with 65 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 11,658,211.000 Person in 2024 and a record low of 1,268,645.000 Person in 1960. Colombia CO: Population in Largest City data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Colombia – Table CO.World Bank.WDI: Population and Urbanization Statistics. Population in largest city is the urban population living in the country's largest metropolitan area.;United Nations, World Urbanization Prospects.;;