Punta Arenas, Region of Magallanes
Punta Arenas: Chilean city beside the Strait of Magellan
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Quick Facts about Punta Arenas
| Population | 123,403 |
| Country | Chile |
| State | Region of Magallanes (Chile) |
| County | Provincia de Magallanes |
| Postal code | 6200000 |
| Phone Area Codes | 61 |
| Area | 37.62 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | -53.1548,-70.9113 |
| Altitude | 112 feet / 34 meters |
| Capital city | Punta Arenas is capital of Magellan and the Chilean Antarctic Region, Magallanes Province, Punta Arenas |
| Time Zone | UTC−03:00 |
| Local time | 21:35:37 (22nd April 2026) |
Geography
Punta Arenas is located at 53°9'17"S 70°54'41"W (-53.1548300, -70.9112900).
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- Río Gallegos
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Demographics
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 116,005 | - | census |
| 2017 | 123,403 | 5.99% | census |
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