La Mesa Population 2026
La Mesa has a population of 26,699, making it the #189 biggest city in 🇨🇴 Colombia, located in Cundinamarca. It is about 287× smaller than Bogotá, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
26,699
Rank in Colombia
#189
Coordinates
5.27°N, 73.92°W
~2,884 m elevation · America/Bogota
Distance to capital (Bogotá)
75 km
47 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Cundinamarca
| City | Population | Rank in Colombia |
|---|---|---|
| Soacha | 655,025 | #7 |
| Facatativá | 141,762 | #38 |
| Madrid | 135,000 | #40 |
| Zipaquirá | 130,432 | #42 |
| Mosquera | 128,012 | #46 |
| Chía | 124,309 | #47 |
| Funza | 116,890 | #49 |
| Girardot City | 107,324 | #53 |
Cities near La Mesa
- Villa de San Diego de Ubaté20,485 people · ~12 km away
- Zipaquirá130,432 people · ~29 km away
- Pacho16,698 people · ~31 km away
- Tocancipá15,355 people · ~34 km away
- Chiquinquirá45,294 people · ~40 km away
- Cajicá54,111 people · ~41 km away
FAQ
What is the population of La Mesa?
La Mesa has a population of 26,699 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #189 biggest city in Colombia.
What region is La Mesa in?
La Mesa is located in Cundinamarca, Colombia.
Is La Mesa the capital of Colombia?
No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá, about 75 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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