Puerto Carreño Population 2026
Puerto Carreño has a population of 20,936, making it the #230 biggest city in 🇨🇴 Colombia, located in Vichada Department. It is about 367× smaller than Bogotá, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,936
Rank in Colombia
#230
Coordinates
6.19°N, 67.48°W
~16 m elevation · America/Bogota
Distance to capital (Bogotá)
751 km
466 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Vichada Department
| City | Population | Rank in Colombia |
|---|---|---|
| Cumaribo | 23,990 | #205 |
Cities near Puerto Carreño
- Cumaribo23,990 people · ~321 km away
- Arauca85,585 people · ~375 km away
- Tame29,099 people · ~471 km away
- Paz de Ariporo34,446 people · ~489 km away
- Villanueva31,727 people · ~506 km away
- Yopal168,433 people · ~551 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Puerto Carreño?
Puerto Carreño has a population of 20,936 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #230 biggest city in Colombia.
What region is Puerto Carreño in?
Puerto Carreño is located in Vichada Department, Colombia.
Is Puerto Carreño the capital of Colombia?
No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá, about 751 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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