Río Bueno Population 2026
Río Bueno has a population of 31,366, making it the #86 biggest city in 🇨🇱 Chile, located in Los Ríos Region. Roughly 0.2% of Chile's population lives here. It is about 154× smaller than Santiago, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
31,366
Rank in Chile
#86
Coordinates
40.33°S, 72.96°W
~61 m elevation · America/Santiago
Distance to capital (Santiago)
792 km
492 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Los Ríos Region
| City | Population | Rank in Chile |
|---|---|---|
| Valdivia | 133,419 | #27 |
| Panguipulli | 32,525 | #80 |
| La Unión | 26,298 | #97 |
| Paillaco | 19,088 | #118 |
Cities near Río Bueno
FAQ
What is the population of Río Bueno?
Río Bueno has a population of 31,366 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #86 biggest city in Chile.
What region is Río Bueno in?
Río Bueno is located in Los Ríos Region, Chile.
Is Río Bueno the capital of Chile?
No, the capital of Chile is Santiago, about 792 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.