Chile (officially Republic of Chile) is an independent country located in South America, Americas. With a population of 20,206,953 people, it ranks #64 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 756,102 km² (#39 globally), with a population density of 27 people per km². The capital city is Santiago. The official language is Spanish.
Key Facts
Population
20,206,953
#64 world ranking
Area
756,102 km²
#39 world ranking
Population Density
27/km²
Capital
Santiago
Driving Side
Right
Timezones
2
UTC-06:00
Continent
South America
Bordering Countries
3
neighboring countries
Calling Code
+56
Languages
- Spanish— see all countries
Currency
- Chilean peso ($)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (3)
Countries bordering Chile →
Argentina
Peru
BoliviaCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Chile?
The capital of Chile is Santiago.
What is the population of Chile?
Chile has a population of 20,206,953 people, ranking #64 in the world by population.
How big is Chile?
Chile covers an area of 756,102 km², ranking #39 in the world by area. The population density is 27 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Chile?
The official languages of Chile are: Spanish.
What is the currency of Chile?
The currency of Chile is Chilean peso ($).
What countries border Chile?
Chile shares borders with 3 countries: Argentina, Peru, Bolivia.