El Monte Population 2026
El Monte has a population of 26,459, making it the #96 biggest city in 🇨🇱 Chile, located in Santiago Metropolitan. Roughly 0.1% of Chile's population lives here. It is about 183× smaller than Santiago, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
26,459
Rank in Chile
#96
Coordinates
33.68°S, 70.98°W
~300 m elevation · America/Santiago
Distance to capital (Santiago)
40 km
25 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Santiago Metropolitan
| City | Population | Rank in Chile |
|---|---|---|
| Santiago | 4,837,295 | #1 |
| Puente Alto | 568,106 | #2 |
| Maipú | 503,635 | #3 |
| San Bernardo | 249,858 | #7 |
| Peñalolén | 241,599 | #10 |
| Quilicura | 210,410 | #14 |
| La Pintana | 201,178 | #15 |
| Renca | 147,151 | #23 |
Cities near El Monte
FAQ
What is the population of El Monte?
El Monte has a population of 26,459 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #96 biggest city in Chile.
What region is El Monte in?
El Monte is located in Santiago Metropolitan, Chile.
Is El Monte the capital of Chile?
No, the capital of Chile is Santiago, about 40 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.