Ñuñoa (; from

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''Ñuñohue'', "place of yellow flowers") is a commune located in the northeastern sector of

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, the capital of

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. Bordered by Providencia to the north and west, Macul to the south, and Peñalolén and La Reina to the east, it has an area of 16.9 km². As of the 2017 census, its population stood at 208,237.

Overview

Over the years, Ñuñoa has become increasingly desirable for young urban professionals due to its amenities and convenient location. This has contributed to a significant population increase, with the number of inhabitants growing from 163,511 in 2002 to 208,237 in 2017, representing a 27.3% increase over fifteen years. The majority of the population belongs to the medium and upper-middle socioeconomic groups. However, the acquisition of older homes by developers and the construction of multi-dwelling units have faced criticism from long-time residents. The commune of Ñuñoa is well-known for its bustling public services, private businesses, and comprehensive public transportation system that serves all areas of the municipality. The main hub of business activity can be found along Irarrázaval Avenue, a 6-kilometer thoroughfare that traverses the entire commune from east to west. This avenue is conveniently supported by Line 3 of the

Santiago Metro The Santiago Metro () is a rapid transit system serving the city of Santiago, the capital of Chile. It currently consists of seven lines (numbered 1-6 and 4A), 143 stations, and of revenue route. The system is managed by the state-owned Metro S. ...

. In terms of landmarks, Ñuñoa is home to several notable sites. It is the location of Santiago's only

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and is also home to Chile's largest sports complex and national stadium, Estadio Nacional. Additionally, Ñuñoa features two bohemian neighborhoods:

Plaza Ñuñoa Plaza Ñuñoa is found in the Ñuñoa Communes of Chile, commune of Santiago, Chile, located in the eastern part of the city. It is classic meeting place well known for its cultural centers, entertainment venues, restaurants, bars, nightlife, and i ...

and Barrio Italia, with the latter being shared with the Providencia commune. According to the 2021 Urban Life Quality Index (ICVU), Ñuñoa is considered the fourth best commune to live in within the region and the country as a whole. This recognition highlights the favorable living conditions and amenities available in the area. As the oldest municipality in the traditional east end of Santiago, Ñuñoa offers a wide range of services, including subways, banks, and shopping areas. Despite these conveniences, the commune has managed to maintain its character as a predominantly residential and peaceful area. Cordillera

Demographics

According to the 2017

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of the National Statistics Institute, Ñuñoa spans an area in size and has 208,237 residents (95,409 male and 112,828 female). The commune is a wholly

urban area An urban area is a human settlement with a high population density and an infrastructure of built environment. Urban areas originate through urbanization, and researchers categorize them as cities, towns, conurbations or suburbs. In urbani ...

. The population grew by 27.35% (44,726 residents) from the 2002 to the 2017 censuses. The 2024 population was projected to be 266,906.

Statistics

*Average household income per capita: US$44,409 ( PPP, 2006)Casen poll, 2006
Ministry of Planning. *Population below poverty line: 4.3% (2006) *Regional quality of life index: 87.66, high, 1 out of 52 (2005) *

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: 0.860, 6 out of 341 (2003)

Notable people

* Soledad Alvear, senator * Gutenberg Martínez, politician * Jorge Arrate, politician * José Balmes, painter *, former deputy * Mercedes Valdivieso, writer * José Miguel Varas, journalist * Fernando Villegas, writer and political commentator *, writer *, writer

Administration

As a commune, Ñuñoa is a third-level

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run by a

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headed by a

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elected to a four-year term of office. The current mayor for the 2024-2028 term is Sebastián Sichel Ramírez (Ind), while the communal council has the following members: * Carlos Vega Cifuentes ( REP) * María Ximena Aros Espinoza ( REP) * Nicolás Saldivia Niklitschek ( UDI) * Guido Benavides Araneda ( RN) * Daniela Bonvallet Setti ( RN) * Verónica Chávez Gutiérrez ( FA) * Andrés Argandoña Besoaín ( FA) * Alejandra Valle Salinas ( PCCh) * Mireya Del Río Barañao ( PCCh) * Maite Descouvieres Vargas ( PS) Ñuñoa, Providencia,

, Macul, La Granja, and San Joaquín make up the 10th electoral district, currently represented in the

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by Gonzalo Winter (FA), Lorena Fries (FA), Emilia Schneider (FA), Alejandra Placencia (PCCh), Helia Molina (PPD), Jorge Alessandri Vergara ( UDI), María Luisa Cordero (Ind./ RN), and Johannes Kaiser (Ind.) for the period 2022-2026. As part of the 7th senatorial constituency (Metropolitan Region), Ñuñoa is represented in the

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by Rojo Edwards ( PSC), Luciano Cruz-Coke ( EVOP),

Manuel José Ossandón Manuel José Ossandón Irarrázabal, colloquially Cote Ossandón, (born 24 August 1962 in Viña del Mar, Región de Valparaíso) is an agricultural technician and a senator of Chile for the 7th Senatorial District, for the period 2022–2030. He ...

( RN), Fabiola Campillai (Ind.), and Claudia Pascual (PCCh) for the period 2022-2030.

Education

Private schools: * Colegio Suizo de Santiago * Kendal English School * Colegio Akros * Escuela Amaranta Gómez Regalado, founded in donated space in a community center. * Colegio Francisco Encina * Liceo Experimental Manuel de SalasHome page
LMS. Retrieved on May 27, 2022. "Brown Norte #105, Ñuñoa, Santiago, Chile" Public schools: * Colegio República de Costa Rica

References

External links

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Municipality of Ñuñoa
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