San Javier Population 2026
San Javier has a population of 40,189, making it the #70 biggest city in 🇨🇱 Chile, located in Maule Region. Roughly 0.2% of Chile's population lives here. It is about 120× smaller than Santiago, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
40,189
Rank in Chile
#70
Coordinates
35.60°S, 71.73°W
~101 m elevation · America/Santiago
Distance to capital (Santiago)
258 km
160 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 Clemente | 39,538 | #71 |
| Cauquenes | 38,522 | #72 |
| Longaví | 28,499 | #89 |
Cities near San Javier
FAQ
What is the population of San Javier?
San Javier has a population of 40,189 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #70 biggest city in Chile.
What region is San Javier in?
San Javier is located in Maule Region, Chile.
Is San Javier the capital of Chile?
No, the capital of Chile is Santiago, about 258 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.