San Clemente Population 2026
San Clemente has a population of 39,538, making it the #71 biggest city in 🇨🇱 Chile, located in Maule Region. Roughly 0.2% of Chile's population lives here. It is about 122× smaller than Santiago, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
39,538
Rank in Chile
#71
Coordinates
35.54°S, 71.49°W
~214 m elevation · America/Santiago
Distance to capital (Santiago)
244 km
152 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Maule Region
| City | Population | Rank in Chile |
|---|---|---|
| Talca | 197,479 | #17 |
| Curicó | 102,438 | #36 |
| Linares | 69,535 | #46 |
| Constitución | 41,207 | #67 |
| Molina | 40,329 | #69 |
| San Javier | 40,189 | #70 |
| Cauquenes | 38,522 | #72 |
| Longaví | 28,499 | #89 |
Cities near San Clemente
FAQ
What is the population of San Clemente?
San Clemente has a population of 39,538 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #71 biggest city in Chile.
What region is San Clemente in?
San Clemente is located in Maule Region, Chile.
Is San Clemente the capital of Chile?
No, the capital of Chile is Santiago, about 244 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.