Latin America & Caribbean
Chile Population
Total population based on the de facto definition.
Latest Value
19.8M
As of 2024
YoY Change
+0.5%
2023 → 2024
Record High
19.8M
Recorded in 2024
Record Low
8.2M
Recorded in 1960
10-Year Average
19.1M
2015–2024
Data Range
1960–2024
65 data points
Source
World Bank
Code: SP.POP.TOTL
Historical Trend
Analysis
Chile's population has been steadily increasing over the years, with a growth rate that is relatively stable. The country's population of 19,764,800 people as of 2024 reflects its position as one of the most populous countries in South America. This growth is driven by a combination of factors including a relatively high life expectancy and a declining mortality rate.
Historical Data
| Value | YoY Change | Change % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 19.8M | 106K | +0.5% |
| 2023 | 19.7M | 106K | +0.5% |
| 2022 | 19.6M | 97K | +0.5% |
| 2021 | 19.5M | 86K | +0.4% |
| 2020 | 19.4M | 173K | +0.9% |
| 2019 | 19.2M | 305K | +1.6% |
| 2018 | 18.9M | 334K | +1.8% |
| 2017 | 18.6M | 292K | +1.6% |
| 2016 | 18.3M | 220K | +1.2% |
| 2015 | 18.0M | 183K | +1.0% |
Source: World Bank Open Data · 1960–2024
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