It is not surprising to discover that Colombia is one of the most developed countries with the best infrastructure in Latin America.
In addition to being the second most biodiverse country in the world, the high quality of life at low costs, an internationally recognized health care system, proximity to the US, the warmth of its people, the variety of its climates, and its culture, make Colombia a growing destination among expats.
Here are some notable country facts.
Country Data
| Population | 49,059,221 (estimated 2022) |
| Capital City | Bogota |
| Climate | Tropical along the coast and the eastern lowlands, and cooler in the highlands and Andes. |
| Time Zone | UTC −5 |
| Language | Spanish (Official), recognized regional languages: English (in San Andrés and Providencia) and 64 other languages. |
| Local Currency | Colombian peso (COP) |
| Religion | 88.6% Christianity (73.7% Roman Catholic, 14.1% Protestant, 0.8% Other Christian), 10.3% No religion, 1.1% Other |
Main Cities
| City | Population | Average temperature | Altitude |
| Bogota | 8,034,366 | 49⁰F – 68⁰F | 8,660 ft |
| Medellin | 2,417,325 | 62⁰F – 81⁰F | 4,900 ft |
| Cali | 2,319,684 | 63⁰F – 87⁰F | 3,440 ft |
Climate
There are three climatic zones: the high-elevation cold zones, located above 6,500 ft in elevation, with mean annual temperatures ranging between 55ºF – 62ºF, a temperate zone, located between 3,300 – 6,500 ft, with mean annual temperatures of approximately 64ºF, and a tropical zone, which covers all areas below 3,300 ft and mean annual temperatures of 75ºF – 84ºF.