Chile

Chile Quick Facts…

Official NameRepublic of Chile
Common NameChile – /ˈtʃɪl.i/
NationalityChilean(s) – noun, Chilean – adjective
IndependenceReceived in 1810 (from Spain)
Administrative Divisions16 regions
Total Population18.5 million (#65) with 88% urbanized – 2023 estimate
Major Urban AreasSantiago (capital city), Valparaiso, Concepcion
Major LanguagesSpanish (official)
Electricity Access100% of total population
Internet Access90% of total population
CurrencyChilean Pesos (CLP)
Real GDP (PPP)$496.1 billion – 2021 estimate
Real GDP per Capita$25,400 (#79) – 2021 estimate
Total Area756,102 sq km / 291,933 sq mi (#39) with 1.6% water area
Geographic RegionAmericas – South America
Bordering CountriesArgentina, Peru
Bordering Water BodiesSouth Pacific Ocean

National Anthem: “National Anthem of Chile”