Juan de Acosta Postal Codes: 081040 to 081048 | Atlántico

Key Facts

Juan de Acosta is a municipality located in the Atlántico Department of northern Colombia. Situated in the northwestern part of the department, it lies approximately 50 kilometers northeast of the departmental capital, Barranquilla, and about 30 kilometers from the Caribbean coast. This municipality covers an area of approximately 243 square kilometers and has a population of around 18,000 residents according to recent estimates. The terrain of Juan de Acosta is characterized by rolling hills and fertile valleys, with elevations ranging from sea level to about 150 meters in the higher areas. The municipality is divided into several corregimientos (sub-municipal divisions) including La Peña, Santa Verónica, and Pueblo Nuevo, along with numerous smaller villages and rural settlements. The local economy is primarily based on agriculture, with significant production of yuca, maize, plantains, and various fruits, supplemented by small-scale livestock farming and some artisanal fishing activities. The town serves as an important commercial and administrative center for the surrounding rural communities. For those seeking detailed postal code information and location data for the various sub-regions and neighborhoods within Juan de Acosta, comprehensive resources are available to assist with navigation and address verification throughout the municipality.

Neighboring Regions

• Piojó
• Luruaco
• Tubará
• Baranoa