Coquimbo Population 2026
Coquimbo has a population of 161,317, making it the #19 biggest city in 🇨🇱 Chile, located in Coquimbo Region. Roughly 0.8% of Chile's population lives here. It is about 30× smaller than Santiago, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
161,317
Rank in Chile
#19
Coordinates
29.95°S, 71.34°W
~22 m elevation · America/Santiago
Distance to capital (Santiago)
395 km
245 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Coquimbo?
Coquimbo has a population of 161,317 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #19 biggest city in Chile.
What region is Coquimbo in?
Coquimbo is located in Coquimbo Region, Chile.
Is Coquimbo the capital of Chile?
No, the capital of Chile is Santiago, about 395 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.