Paillaco Population 2026
Paillaco has a population of 19,088, making it the #118 biggest city in 🇨🇱 Chile, located in Los Ríos Region. Roughly 0.1% of Chile's population lives here. It is about 253× smaller than Santiago, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,088
Rank in Chile
#118
Coordinates
40.07°S, 72.88°W
~86 m elevation · America/Santiago
Distance to capital (Santiago)
761 km
473 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 |
| La Unión | 26,298 | #97 |
Cities near Paillaco
FAQ
What is the population of Paillaco?
Paillaco has a population of 19,088 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #118 biggest city in Chile.
What region is Paillaco in?
Paillaco is located in Los Ríos Region, Chile.
Is Paillaco the capital of Chile?
No, the capital of Chile is Santiago, about 761 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.