Rancagua Population 2026
Rancagua has a population of 212,695, making it the #13 biggest city in 🇨🇱 Chile, located in O'Higgins Region. Roughly 1.1% of Chile's population lives here. It is about 23× smaller than Santiago, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
212,695
Rank in Chile
#13
Coordinates
34.17°S, 70.74°W
~520 m elevation · America/Santiago
Distance to capital (Santiago)
80 km
50 miles, straight line
Other big cities in O'Higgins Region
| City | Population | Rank in Chile |
|---|---|---|
| San Vicente de Tagua Tagua | 44,046 | #63 |
| Machalí | 42,572 | #64 |
| Rengo | 38,100 | #73 |
| Santa Cruz | 34,914 | #76 |
| Chimbarongo | 33,446 | #78 |
| Graneros | 23,301 | #105 |
Cities near Rancagua
FAQ
What is the population of Rancagua?
Rancagua has a population of 212,695 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #13 biggest city in Chile.
What region is Rancagua in?
Rancagua is located in O'Higgins Region, Chile.
Is Rancagua the capital of Chile?
No, the capital of Chile is Santiago, about 80 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.