Arauca Population 2026
Arauca has a population of 85,585, making it the #66 biggest city in 🇨🇴 Colombia, located in Arauca Department. Roughly 0.2% of Colombia's population lives here. It is about 90× smaller than Bogotá, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
85,585
Rank in Colombia
#66
Coordinates
7.08°N, 70.76°W
~132 m elevation · America/Bogota
Distance to capital (Bogotá)
459 km
285 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Arauca Department
| City | Population | Rank in Colombia |
|---|---|---|
| Tame | 29,099 | #173 |
Cities near Arauca
- Tame29,099 people · ~128 km away
- Paz de Ariporo34,446 people · ~183 km away
- Villa del Rosario64,951 people · ~207 km away
- Los Patios58,661 people · ~210 km away
- Pamplona53,587 people · ~211 km away
- Cúcuta777,106 people · ~213 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Arauca?
Arauca has a population of 85,585 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #66 biggest city in Colombia.
What region is Arauca in?
Arauca is located in Arauca Department, Colombia.
Is Arauca the capital of Colombia?
No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá, about 459 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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