La Unión Population 2026
La Unión has a population of 26,298, making it the #97 biggest city in 🇨🇱 Chile, located in Los Ríos Region. Roughly 0.1% of Chile's population lives here. It is about 184× smaller than Santiago, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
26,298
Rank in Chile
#97
Coordinates
40.29°S, 73.08°W
~32 m elevation · America/Santiago
Distance to capital (Santiago)
790 km
491 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Los Ríos Region
| City | Population | Rank in Chile |
|---|---|---|
| Valdivia | 133,419 | #27 |
| Panguipulli | 32,525 | #80 |
| Río Bueno | 31,366 | #86 |
| Paillaco | 19,088 | #118 |
Cities near La Unión
FAQ
What is the population of La Unión?
La Unión has a population of 26,298 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #97 biggest city in Chile.
What region is La Unión in?
La Unión is located in Los Ríos Region, Chile.
Is La Unión the capital of Chile?
No, the capital of Chile is Santiago, about 790 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.