Nueva Imperial Population 2026
Nueva Imperial has a population of 29,366, making it the #87 biggest city in 🇨🇱 Chile, located in Araucania. Roughly 0.1% of Chile's population lives here. It is about 165× smaller than Santiago, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,366
Rank in Chile
#87
Coordinates
38.74°S, 72.95°W
~29 m elevation · America/Santiago
Distance to capital (Santiago)
623 km
387 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Araucania
| City | Population | Rank in Chile |
|---|---|---|
| Temuco | 238,129 | #11 |
| Padre Las Casas | 72,892 | #44 |
| Villarrica | 49,184 | #56 |
| Angol | 44,856 | #62 |
| Labranza | 35,893 | #75 |
| Lautaro | 34,268 | #77 |
| Victoria | 32,448 | #81 |
| Pucón | 26,953 | #93 |
Cities near Nueva Imperial
FAQ
What is the population of Nueva Imperial?
Nueva Imperial has a population of 29,366 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #87 biggest city in Chile.
What region is Nueva Imperial in?
Nueva Imperial is located in Araucania, Chile.
Is Nueva Imperial the capital of Chile?
No, the capital of Chile is Santiago, about 623 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.