Chile — Country Facts & Profile
South America, Americas
Spanish-speaking Chile is a country of 20,206,953 residents in South America, South America. Spanning 756,102 km², the country is centred administratively on Santiago. The national currency is the Chilean peso ($ CLP). It is among the 100 most populous countries globally and #39 by land area.
Key Indicators
Safety Index
Chile has a safety index of 81 out of 100 based on crime and safety data. Higher scores indicate safer conditions.
Higher score = safer. Based on crime index data.
Visiting & Living
Key indicators for visiting or living in Chile. Average temperature in Santiago: 11.3°C (52°F).
Maps & Geography
Chile is located in South America at coordinates 30.00°S, 71.00°W. It shares borders with 3 countries. Total land area: 756,102 km² (291,932 mi²). Population density: 27 people per km². The highest point is Ojos del Salado at 6,893 m.
Economic Profile
Chile has a GDP per capita of $16,710, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.
Notable Facilities
Notable infrastructure highlights in Chile, including Julio Martínez Prádanos National Stadium with a capacity of 46,190 seats.
46,190 seats
Heritage Listings
Chile is home to 1 UNESCO World Heritage Site, reflecting its rich cultural and natural history.
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World Heritage Sites
Population Centres of Chile
Administrative Layout
Santiago Metropolitan
25 cities · 8,087,864 people
Largest: Santiago
Valparaiso
26 cities · 1,558,967 people
Largest: Viña del Mar
Biobio
29 cities · 1,447,374 people
Largest: Concepción
Araucania
25 cities · 796,164 people
Largest: Temuco
Maule Region
19 cities · 723,447 people
Largest: Talca
Los Lagos Region
13 cities · 646,443 people
Largest: Puerto Montt
Antofagasta
7 cities · 636,536 people
Largest: Antofagasta
Coquimbo Region
12 cities · 533,346 people
Largest: Coquimbo
O'Higgins Region
11 cities · 508,738 people
Largest: Rancagua
Tarapacá
4 cities · 367,847 people
Largest: Iquique
Ñuble
13 cities · 331,279 people
Largest: Chillán
Los Ríos Region
8 cities · 291,516 people
Largest: Valdivia
Arica y Parinacota Region
1 cities · 241,653 people
Largest: Arica
Atacama
8 cities · 237,197 people
Largest: Copiapó
Region of Magallanes
3 cities · 142,744 people
Largest: Punta Arenas
Aysén
3 cities · 68,462 people
Largest: Coyhaique
Frequently Asked Questions about Chile
- What is the capital of Chile?
- The capital of Chile is Santiago.
- What is the population of Chile?
- Chile has a population of approximately 20,206,953 people.
- What continent is Chile in?
- Chile is located in South America, in the South America subregion.
- Where is Chile located?
- Chile is located in South America, South America, at coordinates 30.0°S, 71.0°W.
- What currency does Chile use?
- Chile uses the Chilean peso ($ CLP).
- What is the capital and currency of Chile?
- The capital of Chile is Santiago and the currency is the Chilean peso (CLP).
- What language is spoken in Chile?
- The official language of Chile is Spanish.
- What is the area of Chile?
- Chile covers a total area of 756,102 km² (291,932 square miles).
- How large is Chile in square miles?
- Chile has a total area of approximately 291,932 square miles (756,102 km²).
- What is the population density of Chile?
- Chile has a population density of approximately 27 people per km².
- Is Chile an independent country?
- Yes, Chile is a fully independent and sovereign country.
- How many countries does Chile border?
- Chile shares land borders with 3 countries.
- What is the GDP per capita of Chile?
- The GDP per capita of Chile is approximately $16,710.
- How many UNESCO World Heritage Sites does Chile have?
- Chile has 1 UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Is Chile safe to visit?
- Chile is considered very safe, with a safety index of 81 out of 100 based on crime and safety data.
- What is the average temperature in Santiago?
- The average annual temperature in Santiago, the capital of Chile, is approximately 11.3°C (52°F).
- What countries border Chile?
- Chile shares land borders with: Argentina, Bolivia, Peru.
- What is the country calling code for Chile?
- The international calling code for Chile is +56. To call Chile from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +56 and the local number.
- What time zone is Chile in?
- Chile spans 2 time zones: UTC-06:00, UTC-04:00.
- What is the highest point in Chile?
- The highest point in Chile is Ojos del Salado at 6,893 m (22,615 ft) above sea level.
- What is the GNI per capita of Chile?
- The Gross National Income (GNI) per capita of Chile is approximately $15,750 (World Bank data).
- How fast is the internet in Chile?
- The average internet speed in Chile is 162 Mbps, which is considered very fast by global standards.