Demographics of Colombia

As of 2026, Colombia's population is projected at 53.94 million, compared to 53.43 million in 2025. It is the most populous country in South America and the seventh-most populous country in the world, accounting for 0.65% of the global population and 12.2% of South America's population. The population growth rate for 2026 is projected at 0.92%, placing Colombia 101st among 237 countries and dependent territories.

There are 26.61 million males and 27.33 million females in Colombia. The male population accounts for 49.33%, compared to 50.67% for females. Colombia has 721k more females than males. The sex ratio in 2026 is projected at 97.36 males per 100 females. Colombia ranks 93rd globally in terms of the female-to-male ratio.

In Colombia, 685k are born each year, the 44th highest number of births worldwide, accounting for about 0.52% of global births—roughly 1,876 per day, or 78 per hour, or 1 every minute. Meanwhile, around 305k people die annually, the 35th highest death toll in the world, representing nearly 0.48% of global deaths—about 835 per day, or 35 per hour.

In 2026, Colombia's life expectancy at birth is projected to reach 78.27 years, approximately 4.5 years higher than the global average. This places the country 82nd worldwide and fifth in South America. Its life expectancy is comparable to that of Peru, Jordan, and Iran.

In 2026, Colombia's total fertility rate (TFR) is projected at 1.61 children per woman, below the global average. This places Colombia 150th worldwide and 10th in South America, putting it on par with countries such as Ireland, Turkey, and Brazil in terms of overall fertility.

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Colombia population

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Demographics Indicators

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Colombia death and birth rate

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Urban and rural population of Colombia

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Colombia population by Age Group (2026)