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Chile

CHL Β· Latin America and Caribbean

Chile: GDP 36.2K intl$ per capita, population 19.8M, inflation 4.3%. Compare economy, demographics and cost of living with other countries.

Location

Key Facts

Region
Latin America & Caribbean
Population
19.76M
2024
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Geography and Government

Area
756,102 kmΒ²
Capital
Santiago
ISO 2
CL
ISO 3
CHL
Calling code
+56
Internet TLD
.cl
Government type
presidential republic

Age Structure

0-14 years 19.2%
15-64 years 67.3%
65+ years 13.6%

Languages

Language Type Share Speakers
Spanish (SPA) Official - -

Religions

Religion Type Share Adherents
Catholic Major 57.0% -
None Minor 25.7% -
Evangelical Or Protestant Minor 16.2% -
Other Christians And Traditions Related To Christ Minor 1.3% -
Less Than Minor 1.0% -

Population & Demographics

Basic Demographics

Population, total
19.76M
2024
Population growth (annual %)
0.54%
2024
Population density (people per sq. km of land area)
26.5 per kmΒ²
2023
Urban population (% of total population)
89.0%
2024

Health Indicators

Life expectancy at birth, total (years)
81.4 years
2024
Birth rate, crude (per 1,000 people)
8.72 per 1,000
2024
Death rate, crude (per 1,000 people)
6.58 per 1,000
2024
Fertility rate, total (births per woman)
1.14 children
2024
Mortality rate, infant (per 1,000 live births)
5.8 per 1,000
2024

Education

Educational attainment, at least completed short-cycle tertiary, population 25+, total (%) (cumulative)
0.2%
2024
Literacy rate, adult total (% of people ages 15 and above)
96.4%
2017

Economy Snapshot

Key Economic Indicators

GDP per capita (current US$)
$16.7K
2024
Inflation, consumer prices (annual %)
4.3%
2024
Unemployment, total (% of labor force)
9.0%
2025
GNI per capita (current US$)
$15.8K
2024

Macroeconomic Indicators

GDP (current US$)
$330.27B
2024
GDP growth (annual %)
2.6%
2024
GDP per capita, PPP (current international $)
36.2K intl$
2024
Central government debt, total (% of GDP)
13.1%
2000

Trade & External Sector

Trade (% of GDP)
63.9%
2024
Exports of goods and services (% of GDP)
33.7%
2024
Imports of goods and services (% of GDP)
30.1%
2024

Other Indicators

International tourism, number of arrivals
5.43M
2019
Corruption Perceptions Index (Transparency International)
66.0
2024
Tax revenue (% of GDP)
18.2%
2024
Foreign direct investment, net inflows (% of GDP)
3.8%
2024

Cost of Living

Cost of Living Index
48.0
Est. monthly: $1,680
Rent Index
25.0
Est. rent: $700/mo
Purchasing Power
62.0
(Higher is better)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average income in Chile?

According to our data, the average income in Chile is approximately $15,750 (GNI per capita) as of 2024. This figure represents Gross National Income per capita and provides insight into the economic prosperity and living standards in the country.

What is the inflation rate in Chile in 2024?

The inflation rate in Chile is 4.3% as of 2024. Inflation measures the rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services rises, eroding purchasing power. This data is updated regularly from reliable sources like the World Bank and IMF.

How does Chile compare to other countries in Latin America and Caribbean ?

Chile is located in Latin America and Caribbean and can be compared with other countries in the region across various economic and demographic indicators including inflation rates, unemployment, average income, cost of living, population statistics, and life expectancy. Explore our comprehensive inflation comparison, unemployment rankings, cost of living data, population statistics, and life expectancy data to see how Chile compares to neighboring and regional countries.

Chile is located in Latin America and Caribbean . Explore detailed statistics on economy, population, demographics, inflation, unemployment, and cost of living, with up-to-date data from the World Bank, IMF, UN, and other authoritative sources.

Our comprehensive database provides real-time insights into Chile's economic performance and demographic trends, allowing you to compare with other countries and understand global patterns. Access current economic indicators, population statistics, historical data, and comparative analysis to gain a deeper understanding of Chile's economic and demographic landscape. For detailed economic data, visit our economy page, and for demographic information, explore our population statistics section.

Sources and References

Data sources: World Bank, IMF, UN Data, Transparency International.

All data is compiled from publicly available sources and updated regularly. Economic indicators may vary based on reporting methodologies and data availability periods.

Codes and Abbreviations

ISO 2
CL
ISO 3
CHL
IOC code
CHI
Vehicle code
RCH
Latitude
-33.48
Longitude
-70.65

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