Colombia (officially Republic of Colombia) is an independent country located in South America, Americas. With a population of 53,057,212 people, it ranks #27 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 1,141,748 km² (#27 globally), with a population density of 46 people per km². The capital city is Bogotá. The official language is Spanish.
Key Facts
Population
53,057,212
#27 world ranking
Area
1,141,748 km²
#27 world ranking
Population Density
46/km²
Capital
Bogotá
Driving Side
Right
Timezones
1
UTC-05:00
Continent
South America
Bordering Countries
5
neighboring countries
Languages
- Spanish— see all countries
Currency
- Colombian peso ($)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (5)
Brazil
Peru
Venezuela
Ecuador
PanamaCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Colombia?
The capital of Colombia is Bogotá.
What is the population of Colombia?
Colombia has a population of 53,057,212 people, ranking #27 in the world by population.
How big is Colombia?
Colombia covers an area of 1,141,748 km², ranking #27 in the world by area. The population density is 46 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Colombia?
The official languages of Colombia are: Spanish.
What is the currency of Colombia?
The currency of Colombia is Colombian peso ($).
What countries border Colombia?
Colombia shares borders with 5 countries: Brazil, Peru, Venezuela, Ecuador, Panama.