Camarones Postal Codes, Arica, Arica y Parinacota Chile

The postal code for Camarones is 1040000 in Arica y Parinacota, Arica, Chile. The table below lists ZIP codes and postcodes for places within Camarones.

Camarones on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Camarones communes in Chile. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.

What to Know About Camarones

Key Facts

Camarones is a commune located in the Arica Province within Chile's northernmost Arica y Parinacota Region. Situated in the coastal desert area of northern Chile, Camarones lies approximately 100 kilometers south of the regional capital Arica, stretching along the Pacific coastline while extending inland toward the Andes foothills. This commune covers a vast area of approximately 3,927 square kilometers, making it one of the larger communes in the region despite its sparse population of around 1,200 residents. The territory encompasses diverse landscapes ranging from coastal plains to mountainous terrain, with the Camarones River valley serving as a vital geographical feature that supports limited agriculture in this arid environment. As a commune, Camarones represents the most local level of Chilean administrative division and is divided into smaller populated centers and rural areas rather than formal sub-regions. The commune's economy traditionally relies on fishing, small-scale agriculture in the river valley, and increasingly on tourism drawn to its pristine coastal areas and archaeological sites. For those seeking detailed postal information and administrative services, Camarones serves as the primary reference point for addressing and location-based services throughout its territory.

Neighboring Regions

* Arica

* General Lagos

* Putre