Los Vilos Population 2026
Los Vilos has a population of 18,275, making it the #121 biggest city in 🇨🇱 Chile, located in Coquimbo Region. Roughly 0.1% of Chile's population lives here. It is about 265× smaller than Santiago, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,275
Rank in Chile
#121
Coordinates
31.91°S, 71.50°W
~39 m elevation · America/Santiago
Distance to capital (Santiago)
189 km
117 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Coquimbo Region
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FAQ
What is the population of Los Vilos?
Los Vilos has a population of 18,275 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #121 biggest city in Chile.
What region is Los Vilos in?
Los Vilos is located in Coquimbo Region, Chile.
Is Los Vilos the capital of Chile?
No, the capital of Chile is Santiago, about 189 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.