Antofagasta's 2026 population is now estimated at 470,648. In 1950, the population of Antofagasta was 57,906. Antofagasta has grown by 4,218 in the last year, which represents a 0.9% annual change. These population estimates and projections come from the latest revision of the UN World Urbanization Prospects. These estimates represent the Urban agglomeration of Antofagasta, which typically includes Antofagasta's population in addition to adjacent suburban areas.
| City | 2026 Pop. ↓ | Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Santiago | 7,048,620 | 0.7% |
| Valparaiso | 1,032,140 | 0.75% |
| Concepcion | 937,267 | 0.85% |
| Temuco | 362,311 | 0.82% |