Rank #40 by World Population
🇨🇱Chile
Chile has a population of 19,658,835, ranking #40 in the world. The capital is Santiago. Located in Latin America & Caribbean .
World Bank: High income
19,658,835
Population
#40
World Rank
81.2
Life Expectancy
$17,067
GDP Per Capita
Chile, #40 by world population
Chile Population History (1960-2024)
The country of Chile had a population of 8,153,350 in 1960 and 19,764,771 in 2024, a 2.4× growth over 64 years. The peak was 19,764,771 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.39%.
19,764,771
Population (2024)
8,153,350
Population (1960)
19,764,771
Peak (2024)
1.39%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 8,153,350 |
| 1961 | 8,324,802 |
| 1962 | 8,497,059 |
| 1963 | 8,670,144 |
| 1964 | 8,842,525 |
| 1965 | 9,012,938 |
| 1966 | 9,181,722 |
| 1967 | 9,348,939 |
| 1968 | 9,514,716 |
| 1969 | 9,680,282 |
| 1970 | 9,845,344 |
| 1971 | 10,009,701 |
| 1972 | 10,174,678 |
| 1973 | 10,340,362 |
| 1974 | 10,505,817 |
| 1975 | 10,671,559 |
| 1976 | 10,838,251 |
| 1977 | 11,005,519 |
| 1978 | 11,172,695 |
| 1979 | 11,339,779 |
| 1980 | 11,508,550 |
| 1981 | 11,678,717 |
| 1982 | 11,850,214 |
| 1983 | 12,026,138 |
| 1984 | 12,207,733 |
| 1985 | 12,395,274 |
| 1986 | 12,588,914 |
| 1987 | 12,790,150 |
| 1988 | 12,999,424 |
| 1989 | 13,215,005 |
| 1990 | 13,437,176 |
| 1991 | 13,662,491 |
| 1992 | 13,884,577 |
| 1993 | 14,102,276 |
| 1994 | 14,316,256 |
| 1995 | 14,527,381 |
| 1996 | 14,734,046 |
| 1997 | 14,932,434 |
| 1998 | 15,127,799 |
| 1999 | 15,319,313 |
| 2000 | 15,503,635 |
| 2001 | 15,683,849 |
| 2002 | 15,857,925 |
| 2003 | 16,024,752 |
| 2004 | 16,187,322 |
| 2005 | 16,348,778 |
| 2006 | 16,509,195 |
| 2007 | 16,671,581 |
| 2008 | 16,838,988 |
| 2009 | 17,009,731 |
| 2010 | 17,181,464 |
| 2011 | 17,351,816 |
| 2012 | 17,519,119 |
| 2013 | 17,687,006 |
| 2014 | 17,864,195 |
| 2015 | 18,047,625 |
| 2016 | 18,267,221 |
| 2017 | 18,558,868 |
| 2018 | 18,893,191 |
| 2019 | 19,197,744 |
| 2020 | 19,370,624 |
| 2021 | 19,456,334 |
| 2022 | 19,553,036 |
| 2023 | 19,658,835 |
| 2024 | 19,764,771 |
Demographics
| Population | 19,658,835 |
| Population Growth Rate | 0.54% |
| Urban Population | 88.8% |
| Fertility Rate | 1.17 births/woman |
| Life Expectancy | 81.2 years |
| Infant Mortality Rate | 5.9 per 1,000 |
| Literacy Rate | - |
Economy & Trade
$17,067
GDP Per Capita
9.0%
Unemployment Rate
High income
Income Level
43.2
Gini Index (inequality)
60.7%
Trade (% of GDP)
Health & Education
10.2%
Health Expenditure (% GDP)
3.33
Physicians per 1,000
5.9
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Development & Connectivity
100.0%
Electricity Access
92.3%
Internet Users
137
Mobile Subs per 100
26.5
People per km2
62,679
Net Migration
Environment
25.0%
Forest Area
Chile Climate
Chile has an average annual temperature of 15.4°C (60°F) and receives about 407 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is January and the coldest is July. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
15.4°C
Avg Temp
407
Precip (mm/yr)
Jan
Hottest Month
Jul
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 22° / 72° | 2 mm |
| February | 21° / 70° | 4 mm |
| March | 19° / 66° | 6 mm |
| April | 16° / 60° | 18 mm |
| May | 12° / 54° | 69 mm |
| June | 9° / 49° | 93 mm |
| July | 9° / 48° | 89 mm |
| August | 10° / 51° | 65 mm |
| September | 12° / 54° | 31 mm |
| October | 15° / 60° | 18 mm |
| November | 18° / 65° | 9 mm |
| December | 21° / 69° | 3 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Chile
The most comfortable months to visit Chile are typically February, December and January, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is January (around 30°C high). The coldest is July (near 3°C low). June is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Chile has a population of 19,658,835, ranking #40 in the world. The annual population growth rate is 0.54%.
Life expectancy in Chile is 81.2 years. The infant mortality rate is 5.9 per 1,000 live births.
Chile's GDP per capita is $17,067. It is classified as a high income country by the World Bank.
88.8% of Chile's population lives in urban areas. The overall population density is 26.5 people per square kilometer.
Literacy data for Chile is available from the World Bank.
The most comfortable months to visit Chile are typically February, December and January, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low, based on 1970–2000 climate normals.
Chile has an average annual temperature of 15.4°C and about 407 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is typically January and the coldest is July.
International data from the World Bank Open Data API. Population figures are latest available estimates. GDP per capita in current US dollars.
Chile is a country in Latin America & Caribbean with a population of 19,658,835. Population growth is modest, around 0.5% a year.
Chile is a high-income economy, with GDP per capita of about $17,067. Life expectancy is high at 81.2 years, with a fertility rate of 1.2 births per woman, and 88.8% of the population lives in urban areas.
Source: World Bank Open Data, 2026.