Santiago Population 2026 capital
Santiago has a population of 4,837,295, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇨🇱 Chile, located in Santiago Metropolitan. Roughly 24% of Chile's population lives here. Santiago is the capital of Chile.
Population (city proper)
4,837,295
Rank in Chile
#1
Coordinates
33.46°S, 70.65°W
~556 m elevation · America/Santiago
Other big cities in Santiago Metropolitan
| City | Population | Rank in Chile |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Renca | 147,151 | #23 |
| Colina | 146,207 | #24 |
Cities near Santiago
FAQ
What is the population of Santiago?
Santiago has a population of 4,837,295 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Chile.
What region is Santiago in?
Santiago is located in Santiago Metropolitan, Chile.
Is Santiago the capital of Chile?
Yes, Santiago is the capital of Chile.
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.