Coyhaique Population 2026
Coyhaique has a population of 45,787, making it the #60 biggest city in 🇨🇱 Chile, located in Aysén. Roughly 0.2% of Chile's population lives here. It is about 106× smaller than Santiago, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
45,787
Rank in Chile
#60
Coordinates
45.58°S, 72.07°W
~299 m elevation · America/Coyhaique
Distance to capital (Santiago)
1,353 km
840 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Aysén
| City | Population | Rank in Chile |
|---|---|---|
| Puerto Aysén | 16,936 | #130 |
Cities near Coyhaique
FAQ
What is the population of Coyhaique?
Coyhaique has a population of 45,787 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #60 biggest city in Chile.
What region is Coyhaique in?
Coyhaique is located in Aysén, Chile.
Is Coyhaique the capital of Chile?
No, the capital of Chile is Santiago, about 1,353 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.