Puerto Montt Population 2026
Puerto Montt has a population of 245,902, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇨🇱 Chile, located in Los Lagos Region. Roughly 1.2% of Chile's population lives here. It is about 20× smaller than Santiago, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
245,902
Rank in Chile
#8
Coordinates
41.47°S, 72.94°W
~11 m elevation · America/Santiago
Distance to capital (Santiago)
914 km
568 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Los Lagos Region
| City | Population | Rank in Chile |
|---|---|---|
| Osorno | 135,773 | #26 |
| Castro | 41,667 | #66 |
| Ancud | 40,819 | #68 |
| Puerto Varas | 37,561 | #74 |
| Calbuco | 32,963 | #79 |
| Quellón | 21,823 | #113 |
| Purranque | 20,705 | #115 |
| Llanquihue | 16,249 | #132 |
Cities near Puerto Montt
- Puerto Varas37,561 people · ~17 km away
- Llanquihue16,249 people · ~24 km away
- Calbuco32,963 people · ~37 km away
- Maullín15,580 people · ~57 km away
- Purranque20,705 people · ~64 km away
- Ancud40,819 people · ~85 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Puerto Montt?
Puerto Montt has a population of 245,902 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in Chile.
What region is Puerto Montt in?
Puerto Montt is located in Los Lagos Region, Chile.
Is Puerto Montt the capital of Chile?
No, the capital of Chile is Santiago, about 914 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.