Rivera Population 2026
Rivera has a population of 22,877, making it the #217 biggest city in 🇨🇴 Colombia, located in Huila Department. It is about 335× smaller than Bogotá, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,877
Rank in Colombia
#217
Coordinates
2.78°N, 75.26°W
~731 m elevation · America/Bogota
Distance to capital (Bogotá)
242 km
150 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Huila Department
Cities near Rivera
- Campoalegre22,568 people · ~13 km away
- Neiva357,392 people · ~17 km away
- Gigante36,055 people · ~54 km away
- Planadas21,557 people · ~64 km away
- Garzón29,451 people · ~77 km away
- Belalcázar36,977 people · ~81 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Rivera?
Rivera has a population of 22,877 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #217 biggest city in Colombia.
What region is Rivera in?
Rivera is located in Huila Department, Colombia.
Is Rivera the capital of Colombia?
No, the capital of Colombia is Bogotá, about 242 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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