Renca Population 2026
Renca has a population of 147,151, making it the #23 biggest city in 🇨🇱 Chile, located in Santiago Metropolitan. Roughly 0.7% of Chile's population lives here. It is about 33× smaller than Santiago, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
147,151
Rank in Chile
#23
Coordinates
33.40°S, 70.71°W
~508 m elevation · America/Santiago
Distance to capital (Santiago)
8 km
5 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Santiago Metropolitan
| City | Population | Rank in Chile |
|---|---|---|
| Santiago | 4,837,295 | #1 |
| Puente Alto | 568,106 | #2 |
| Maipú | 503,635 | #3 |
| San Bernardo | 249,858 | #7 |
| Peñalolén | 241,599 | #10 |
| Quilicura | 210,410 | #14 |
| La Pintana | 201,178 | #15 |
| Colina | 146,207 | #24 |
Cities near Renca
FAQ
What is the population of Renca?
Renca has a population of 147,151 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #23 biggest city in Chile.
What region is Renca in?
Renca is located in Santiago Metropolitan, Chile.
Is Renca the capital of Chile?
No, the capital of Chile is Santiago, about 8 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.