Arauco Population 2026
Arauco has a population of 24,659, making it the #100 biggest city in 🇨🇱 Chile, located in Biobio. Roughly 0.1% of Chile's population lives here. It is about 196× smaller than Santiago, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,659
Rank in Chile
#100
Coordinates
37.25°S, 73.32°W
~13 m elevation · America/Santiago
Distance to capital (Santiago)
486 km
302 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Biobio
| City | Population | Rank in Chile |
|---|---|---|
| Concepción | 223,574 | #12 |
| Talcahuano | 150,499 | #21 |
| Villa Mercedes | 131,936 | #28 |
| Los Ángeles | 125,430 | #31 |
| San Pedro de la Paz | 121,631 | #32 |
| Coronel | 107,759 | #34 |
| Hualpén | 86,639 | #40 |
| Chiguayante | 84,718 | #42 |
Cities near Arauco
- Lota47,339 people · ~22 km away
- Curanilahue32,000 people · ~26 km away
- Coronel107,759 people · ~28 km away
- Chiguayante84,718 people · ~44 km away
- Los Álamos19,494 people · ~44 km away
- San Pedro de la Paz121,631 people · ~49 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Arauco?
Arauco has a population of 24,659 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #100 biggest city in Chile.
What region is Arauco in?
Arauco is located in Biobio, Chile.
Is Arauco the capital of Chile?
No, the capital of Chile is Santiago, about 486 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.