Lebu Population 2026
Lebu has a population of 22,345, making it the #110 biggest city in 🇨🇱 Chile, located in Biobio. Roughly 0.1% of Chile's population lives here. It is about 216× smaller than Santiago, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,345
Rank in Chile
#110
Coordinates
37.61°S, 73.65°W
~12 m elevation · America/Santiago
Distance to capital (Santiago)
536 km
333 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Biobio
| City | Population | Rank in Chile |
|---|---|---|
| Concepción | 223,574 | #12 |
| Talcahuano | 150,499 | #21 |
| Villa Mercedes | 131,936 | #28 |
| Los Ángeles | 125,430 | #31 |
| San Pedro de la Paz | 121,631 | #32 |
| Coronel | 107,759 | #34 |
| Hualpén | 86,639 | #40 |
| Chiguayante | 84,718 | #42 |
Cities near Lebu
- Los Álamos19,494 people · ~17 km away
- Curanilahue32,000 people · ~31 km away
- Cañete31,805 people · ~32 km away
- Arauco24,659 people · ~50 km away
- Lota47,339 people · ~72 km away
- Coronel107,759 people · ~78 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Lebu?
Lebu has a population of 22,345 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #110 biggest city in Chile.
What region is Lebu in?
Lebu is located in Biobio, Chile.
Is Lebu the capital of Chile?
No, the capital of Chile is Santiago, about 536 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.