San Esteban Population 2026
San Esteban has a population of 17,090, making it the #128 biggest city in 🇨🇱 Chile, located in Valparaiso. Roughly 0.1% of Chile's population lives here. It is about 283× smaller than Santiago, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,090
Rank in Chile
#128
Coordinates
32.80°S, 70.58°W
~841 m elevation · America/Santiago
Distance to capital (Santiago)
73 km
45 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Valparaiso
| City | Population | Rank in Chile |
|---|---|---|
| Viña del Mar | 334,248 | #5 |
| Valparaíso | 282,448 | #6 |
| Quilpué | 130,263 | #29 |
| Villa Alemana | 97,320 | #38 |
| San Antonio | 87,675 | #39 |
| Quillota | 67,779 | #47 |
| Los Andes | 63,009 | #51 |
| San Felipe | 59,294 | #52 |
Cities near San Esteban
FAQ
What is the population of San Esteban?
San Esteban has a population of 17,090 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #128 biggest city in Chile.
What region is San Esteban in?
San Esteban is located in Valparaiso, Chile.
Is San Esteban the capital of Chile?
No, the capital of Chile is Santiago, about 73 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.