Geography of Chile
Climate, terrain, natural resources, and geographic features
Total Area
756,102
km² (rank #38)
Coastline
6,435
km
Highest Point
Nevado Ojos del Salado (6,893 m)
Lowest Point
Pacific Ocean (0 m)
Area Comparison
Chile
756,102 km²
United States (reference)
9,833,520 km²
Chile is 7.7% the size of the United States.
Climate
Temperate; desert in north; Mediterranean in center; cool and rainy in south
Terrain
Low coastal mountains, fertile central valley, rugged Andes in east
Natural Resources
Copper
Timber
Iron Ore
Nitrates
Precious Metals
Molybdenum
Lithium
Hydropower
Land Use
21.9%
76.4%
Arable: 1.7%
Forest: 21.9%
Other: 76.4%
Bordering Countries
Chile on the Map
Region
South America
South America
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Chile?
Chile covers an area of 756,102 km², ranking #38 in the world by size.
What is the climate of Chile?
Temperate; desert in north; Mediterranean in center; cool and rainy in south
What is the highest point in Chile?
The highest point in Chile is Nevado Ojos del Salado (6,893 m).
What natural resources does Chile have?
Chile's natural resources include Copper, Timber, Iron Ore, Nitrates, Precious Metals, Molybdenum, Lithium, Hydropower.
Which countries border Chile?
Chile shares land borders with Argentina, Bolivia, Peru.