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List of Cities in South America: Area, Population and Cost of Living

how many cities are there in south america

Home to 12 countries, two overseas departments of the United Kingdom, and 1 of France, South America is a cultural melting pot. From gleaming beaches to luscious rainforests, this continent has been a top-ranking destination for avid adventurers.

Apart from its natural splendours, this continent is also recognized for its bustling cities. The largest cities in South America are spread across the continent, creating a strong and far-reaching network.

Willing to know more? Let's dive in!

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List of Cities in South America

Here is a complete rundown of the major cities in South America along with relevant details for a clear understanding:

Name of the City	Area	Population (Subject to Change)	Cost of Living (Without Rent)
Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, Brazil	1,521 km²	12,141,890	R$3,235.3 (one person) / R$11,676.8 (family of four)
Lima, Lima, Peru	2,672 km²	9,674,755	S/.1,999.7 (one person) / S/.7,012.6 (family of four)
Bogota, Bogota, Colombia	1,636 km²	8,064,000	Col$1,968,996.9 (one person) / Col$6,814,132.3 (family of four)
Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil	1,200 km²	6,718,900	R$3,217.7 (one person) / R$11,425.8 (family of four)
Santiago, Santiago, Chile	641 km²	6,160,040	CL$659,502.1 (one person) / CL$2,311,867.4 (family of four)
Caracas, Capital District, Venezuela	433 km²	2,089,012	Bs20,437.09 (one person) / Bs75,836.51 (family of four)
Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina	203 km²	3,072,029	$1,31,897.15 (one person) / $4,69,263.70 (family of four)
Salvador, Bahia, Brazil	693.8 km²	2,871,560	R$2,817.9 (one person) / R$10,021.4 (family of four)
Brasilia, Goias, Brazil	5,802 km²	2,912,090	R$2,955.9 (one person) / R$10,526.4 (family of four)
Fortaleza, Ceara, Brazil	313.8 km²	2,669,340	R$2,653.7 (one person) / R$9,303.6 (family of four)
Guayaquil, Guayas, Ecuador	344.5 km²	2,278,691	$589.3 (one person) / $2,058.6 (family of four)
Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador	372.4 km²	1,607,734	$517.3 (one person) / $1,856.2 (family of four)
Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil	331.4 km²	2,512,070	R$2,709.9 (one person) / R$9,579.1 (family of four)
Medellin, Antioquia, Colombia	382 km²	2,480,000	Col$2,042,810.1 (one person) / Col$7,166,200.6 (family of four)
Cali, Valle del Cauca, Colombia	619 km²	2,383,500	Col$1,941,196.4 (one person) / Col$6,768,013.5 (family of four)
Manaus, Amazonas, Brazil	11,401 km²	2,171,700	R$2,809.9 (one person) / R$9,805.0 (family of four)
Curitiba, Parana, Brazil	432 km²	1,933,110	R$2,766.0 (one person) / R$9,825.9 (family of four)
Maracaibo, Zulia, Venezuela	1,393 km²	1,752,602	Bs18,833.06 (one person) / Bs55,824.26 (family of four)
Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil	218 km²	1,645,730	R$2,694.9 (one person) / R$9,517.3 (family of four)
Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Andres Ibanez, Bolivia	325.6 km²	1,442,396	Bs.3,444.6 (one person) / Bs.12,255.5 (family of four)

Currency: There is no standard currency in South America. Each country has its unique official currency. The details are given below (as on 03rd September 2023):

Country	Currency	Exchange Rate
Argentina	Argentine Peso (ARS)	1 ARS = 0.23 INR
Bolivia	Bolivian Boliviano (BOB)	1 BOB = 12.11 INR
Brazil	Brazilian Real (BRL)	1 BRL = 16.72 INR
Chile	Chilean Peso (CLP)	1 CLP = 0.097 INR
Colombia	Colombian Peso (COP)	1 COP = 0.020 INR
Ecuador	United States Dollar (USD)	1 USD = 82.69 INR
Falkland Islands (UK)	Falkland Islands Pound (FKP)	1 FKP = 104.94 INR
French Guiana (France)	European Euro (EUR)	1 EUR = 89.13 INR
Guyana	Guyanese Dollar (GYD)	1 GYD = 0.40 INR
Paraguay	Paraguayan Guarani (PYG)	1 PYG = 0.011 INR
Peru	Peruvian Sol (PEN)	1 PEN = 22.72 INR
South Georgia Island (UK)	Pound Sterling (GBP)	1 GBP = 104.79 INR
Suriname	Surinamese Dollar (SRD)	1 SRD = 2.15 INR
Uruguay	Uruguayan Peso (UYU)	1 UYU = 2.18 INR
Venezuela	Venezuelan Bolivar (VES)	1 VES = 2.55 INR

Disclaimer: The data provided for each city can vary according to the sources and is subject to change with time. The list is for general purposes and contains the names of the most popular cities in South America.

Interesting Facts About the Cities in South America

Following are some interesting facts about South America's largest cities. Have a look:

Known for its vibrancy and diversity, Sao Paulo hosts the world’s largest pride parade. This event captivates a crowd of attendees every year. Moreover, the city owns Latin America’s largest aquarium, the Sao Paulo Aquarium.
Brasilia, one of South America’s biggest cities, has the most iconic and innovative urban layout in the world. It is designed in the shape of an aeroplane. This architectural brilliance has made the city a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Lima, Peru’s capital, is the second largest desert city. Furthermore, it houses one of the smallest chapels in the world, The Chapel of Our Lady of the Rosary.
Apart from originating the famous dance form ‘Tango’, Buenos Aires is home to millions of bibliophiles. It owns the highest number of bookshops per capita in the world.
Medellin, a notable one among the top cities in South America, is the first global city to utilise cable conveyance for mass transportation.
Recife is known as the ‘Venice of Brazil’ for its waterways and canals. Pina Beach Mangrove, the largest mangrove forest in Brazil, is also situated here.
Residing at the foothills of the Andes Mountains, Santiago has the Parque Metropolitano, which is one of the largest metropolitan parks in the world.

FAQs About List of Cities in South America

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Which South American city has a European resemblance?

Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina, has a unique blend of European and Latin American culture. During the golden years, it was also referred to as the “Paris of Americas”.

Which is the most expensive city in South America?

Among the biggest cities in South America, Montevideo, the capital of Uruguay is counted as the most expensive city to live in.

Which is the safest city in South America?

Santiago is crowned as the safest city in South America.

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