Iligan City had a population of 368,132 as of July 1, 2024, distributed across 44 barangays. Tubod remained the city’s largest barangay with 31,813 residents, while Hindang had the smallest population with 990 residents. The figures come from the Philippine Statistics Authority’s 2024 Census of Population and current Philippine Standard Geographic Code records.
The city added 5,017 residents from its 2020 population of 363,115. This represents growth of about 1.38 percent over the period, or an average annual population growth rate of approximately 0.33 percent, as reported by the PSA for 2020 to 2024.
Iligan City Population at a Glance
| Population indicator | 2024 figure |
|---|---|
| Total population | 368,132 |
| Total barangays | 44 |
| Urban barangays | 31 |
| Rural barangays | 13 |
| Population in urban barangays | 338,728 |
| Population in rural barangays | 29,404 |
| Share living in urban barangays | 92.0% |
| Share living in rural barangays | 8.0% |
| Most populated barangay | Tubod, 31,813 |
| Least populated barangay | Hindang, 990 |
| City land area | 813.37 km² |
| Approximate citywide density | 453 persons per km² |
The urban and rural totals above were calculated from the PSA’s classification and population count for each of Iligan’s 44 barangays. The citywide density was calculated by dividing the 2024 population by the published land area of 813.37 square kilometers.
Complete Iligan City Population by Barangay List
The following table lists all 44 barangays using the names, urban-rural classifications and 2024 population counts published in the PSA’s Philippine Standard Geographic Code database.
| Rank | Barangay | Classification | 2024 population | Share of city |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tubod | Urban | 31,813 | 8.64% |
| 2 | Dalipuga | Urban | 21,200 | 5.76% |
| 3 | Suarez | Urban | 19,184 | 5.21% |
| 4 | Tambacan | Urban | 17,796 | 4.83% |
| 5 | Buru-un | Urban | 17,714 | 4.81% |
| 6 | Hinaplanon | Urban | 16,155 | 4.39% |
| 7 | Tipanoy | Urban | 15,388 | 4.18% |
| 8 | Ubaldo Laya | Urban | 15,124 | 4.11% |
| 9 | Maria Cristina | Urban | 11,458 | 3.11% |
| 10 | Luinab | Urban | 11,359 | 3.09% |
| 11 | Santa Elena | Urban | 11,000 | 2.99% |
| 12 | Palao | Urban | 10,832 | 2.94% |
| 13 | Tomas L. Cabili | Urban | 10,225 | 2.78% |
| 14 | Del Carmen | Urban | 9,631 | 2.62% |
| 15 | Saray | Urban | 9,347 | 2.54% |
| 16 | Santiago | Urban | 9,063 | 2.46% |
| 17 | Mahayahay | Urban | 8,092 | 2.20% |
| 18 | Tibanga | Urban | 8,003 | 2.17% |
| 19 | Kiwalan | Urban | 7,742 | 2.10% |
| 20 | Rogongon | Urban | 7,699 | 2.09% |
| 21 | Puga-an | Urban | 7,151 | 1.94% |
| 22 | Santa Filomena | Urban | 7,016 | 1.91% |
| 23 | Acmac-Mariano Badelles Sr. | Urban | 6,986 | 1.90% |
| 24 | Bagong Silang | Urban | 6,808 | 1.85% |
| 25 | Upper Hinaplanon | Urban | 6,627 | 1.80% |
| 26 | Abuno | Urban | 6,506 | 1.77% |
| 27 | Digkilaan | Urban | 6,089 | 1.65% |
| 28 | Villa Verde | Urban | 5,759 | 1.56% |
| 29 | San Roque | Urban | 5,321 | 1.45% |
| 30 | Mandulog | Rural | 4,612 | 1.25% |
| 31 | Ditucalan | Urban | 4,303 | 1.17% |
| 32 | Upper Tominobo | Rural | 3,892 | 1.06% |
| 33 | San Miguel | Urban | 3,722 | 1.01% |
| 34 | Poblacion | Urban | 3,615 | 0.98% |
| 35 | Lanipao | Rural | 2,924 | 0.79% |
| 36 | Mainit | Rural | 2,798 | 0.76% |
| 37 | Bonbonon | Rural | 2,701 | 0.73% |
| 38 | Kabacsanan | Rural | 2,267 | 0.62% |
| 39 | Bunawan | Rural | 2,093 | 0.57% |
| 40 | Kalilangan | Rural | 2,042 | 0.55% |
| 41 | Santo Rosario | Rural | 2,029 | 0.55% |
| 42 | Panoroganan | Rural | 1,822 | 0.49% |
| 43 | Dulag | Rural | 1,234 | 0.34% |
| 44 | Hindang | Rural | 990 | 0.27% |
| Iligan City total | 368,132 | 100% |
Population shares are calculated from the citywide total of 368,132 and rounded to two decimal places. Minor rounding differences can prevent the displayed percentages from adding to exactly 100 percent.
Official barangay-name notes
Several names displayed in older population tables differ from the names shown in the current PSA geographic-code database:
- Acmac appears as Acmac-Mariano Badelles Sr.
- Tominobo Proper appears as Tomas L. Cabili
- Tominobo Upper appears as Upper Tominobo
- Mahayhay appears as Mahayahay
- The current database lists Saray and Tibanga as separate barangays.
Current official names should be used in addresses, datasets, maps and government-facing documents.
Most Populated Barangays in Iligan City
The ten largest barangays contained 177,191 residents, representing approximately 48.1 percent of Iligan City’s population in 2024. Every barangay in this group is classified as urban by the PSA.
| Rank | Barangay | 2024 population | Share of city |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tubod | 31,813 | 8.64% |
| 2 | Dalipuga | 21,200 | 5.76% |
| 3 | Suarez | 19,184 | 5.21% |
| 4 | Tambacan | 17,796 | 4.83% |
| 5 | Buru-un | 17,714 | 4.81% |
| 6 | Hinaplanon | 16,155 | 4.39% |
| 7 | Tipanoy | 15,388 | 4.18% |
| 8 | Ubaldo Laya | 15,124 | 4.11% |
| 9 | Maria Cristina | 11,458 | 3.11% |
| 10 | Luinab | 11,359 | 3.09% |
Tubod
Tubod remained Iligan’s largest barangay with 31,813 residents. It accounted for nearly one in every 12 people counted in the city. Tubod was also the only Iligan barangay included among the ten largest barangays in all of Northern Mindanao in the PSA’s regional 2024 census summary.
Its population was lower than the 33,243 recorded in 2020. The change does not mean that buildings, businesses or daily activity declined at the same rate. Census population measures people counted as residents under census rules, not the number of workers, customers or commuters entering an area each day.
Dalipuga and the northern urban corridor
Dalipuga ranked second with 21,200 residents. Together with Suarez and Buru-un, it forms part of the substantial population concentration along Iligan’s developed northern and coastal sections.
Tambacan, Hinaplanon and central communities
Tambacan had 17,796 residents, and Hinaplanon had 16,155. These figures matter for school planning, health services, drainage, road management, evacuation planning and other services that must account for the number of residents living within a defined barangay.
Tipanoy, Ubaldo Laya, Maria Cristina and Luinab
Tipanoy and Ubaldo Laya each had more than 15,000 residents. Maria Cristina and Luinab completed the ten largest barangays, each exceeding 11,000 residents.
Good to Know: A barangay’s population does not show how crowded each neighborhood feels. A geographically large barangay can have a high total population and a moderate density. A compact barangay can have fewer residents and a much higher density.
Least Populated Barangays in Iligan City
Iligan’s ten least populated barangays contained 20,900 residents, or approximately 5.7 percent of the city total. All ten are classified as rural in the PSA’s current PSGC database.
| Rank from smallest | Barangay | 2024 population | Classification |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hindang | 990 | Rural |
| 2 | Dulag | 1,234 | Rural |
| 3 | Panoroganan | 1,822 | Rural |
| 4 | Santo Rosario | 2,029 | Rural |
| 5 | Kalilangan | 2,042 | Rural |
| 6 | Bunawan | 2,093 | Rural |
| 7 | Kabacsanan | 2,267 | Rural |
| 8 | Bonbonon | 2,701 | Rural |
| 9 | Mainit | 2,798 | Rural |
| 10 | Lanipao | 2,924 | Rural |
Hindang
Hindang was the smallest barangay by population, with 990 residents. It accounted for about 0.27 percent of Iligan City’s total population.
Dulag
Dulag had 1,234 residents. It was also identified as the least populated barangay in Iligan during the 2010 census, when it represented roughly 0.3 percent of the city’s population.
Rural population does not equal low service importance
Small population counts do not remove the need for public services. Rural barangays can cover wider territories, contain dispersed settlements and require longer travel routes for schooling, health care, emergency response and government transactions.
A service plan based solely on total population can overlook travel distance, terrain, road access, hazard exposure and the location of isolated households.
Urban and Rural Population Distribution
The PSA classifies 31 Iligan barangays as urban and 13 as rural. Based on the 2024 barangay counts:
- Urban barangays contained 338,728 residents
- Rural barangays contained 29,404 residents
- Urban barangays accounted for approximately 92.0 percent of the city population
- Rural barangays accounted for approximately 8.0 percent
This distribution shows that most Iliganons live in barangays classified as urban, even though Iligan has an extensive land area that includes upland and less densely settled communities.
| Classification | Barangays | Population | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urban | 31 | 338,728 | 92.0% |
| Rural | 13 | 29,404 | 8.0% |
| Total | 44 | 368,132 | 100% |
The urban-rural classification is an official statistical classification. It should not be interpreted as a complete description of land use, transportation access or the physical character of every part of a barangay.
Rogongon, for example, is classified as urban in the current PSGC population table. A reader should therefore avoid relabeling barangays based on personal impressions, distance from the city center or the presence of agricultural land.
How Iligan City’s Population Changed from 2020 to 2024
Iligan’s population increased from 363,115 in 2020 to 368,132 in 2024, a net increase of 5,017 residents. The citywide increase was moderate compared with the growth recorded between earlier census periods.
| Census year | Iligan City population |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 285,061 |
| 2010 | 322,821 |
| 2015 | 342,618 |
| 2020 | 363,115 |
| 2024 | 368,132 |
The PSA reported these broader growth patterns:
- Iligan grew by an average of 1.25 percent annually from 2000 to 2010
- The population grew by about 1.23 percent annually from 2015 to 2020
- Growth slowed to about 0.33 percent annually from 2020 to 2024
Barangays with the largest numerical increases
Comparing the 2020 barangay counts with the 2024 PSGC counts shows the following largest numerical gains:
| Barangay | 2020 | 2024 | Net change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ubaldo Laya | 13,626 | 15,124 | +1,498 |
| Buru-un | 16,835 | 17,714 | +879 |
| Hinaplanon | 15,424 | 16,155 | +731 |
| Bagong Silang | 6,104 | 6,808 | +704 |
| Abuno | 5,841 | 6,506 | +665 |
| Tomas L. Cabili | 9,676 | 10,225 | +549 |
| Suarez | 18,649 | 19,184 | +535 |
| Mandulog | 4,283 | 4,612 | +329 |
| Digkilaan | 5,764 | 6,089 | +325 |
| Kalilangan | 1,718 | 2,042 | +324 |
The comparison uses the current official barangay names and matches older names to their current equivalents where required. The 2020 counts are reproduced by PhilAtlas from PSA population data, and the 2024 figures come directly from the PSA PSGC database.
Barangays with the largest numerical decreases
| Barangay | 2020 | 2024 | Net change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tambacan | 19,261 | 17,796 | −1,465 |
| Tubod | 33,243 | 31,813 | −1,430 |
| Puga-an | 7,555 | 7,151 | −404 |
| Maria Cristina | 11,811 | 11,458 | −353 |
| Dalipuga | 21,470 | 21,200 | −270 |
| Santiago | 9,212 | 9,063 | −149 |
| Kabacsanan | 2,362 | 2,267 | −95 |
| Tibanga | 8,089 | 8,003 | −86 |
| San Miguel | 3,801 | 3,722 | −79 |
| Saray | 9,386 | 9,347 | −39 |
A decline in census population should not automatically be attributed to a single cause. Population changes can reflect births, deaths, migration, changes in household residence, enumeration results and the movement of families between barangays.
The published figures establish the size of the change. They do not establish why it occurred. A defensible explanation requires migration, housing, birth, death and local development data.
Which Barangays Grew Fastest?
Growth can be measured in two ways:
- Numerical growth, which counts the number of additional residents.
- Percentage growth, which measures the increase relative to the barangay’s starting population.
Kalilangan’s gain of 324 residents represented an increase of about 18.9 percent from its smaller 2020 base. Ubaldo Laya added the largest number of residents, increasing by 1,498 or about 11.0 percent.
Among barangays with notable percentage increases were:
| Barangay | Approximate 2020–2024 change |
|---|---|
| Kalilangan | +18.9% |
| Panoroganan | +14.9% |
| Bagong Silang | +11.5% |
| Abuno | +11.4% |
| Ubaldo Laya | +11.0% |
| Bonbonon | +13.4% |
| Santo Rosario | +10.3% |
Percentage growth in a small barangay can look large even when the numerical increase is modest. For school seats, waste collection or water demand, the actual number of additional residents can be more useful. For studying settlement change, the percentage can reveal rapid growth from a small base.
Population Density in Iligan City
Using the city’s published land area of 813.37 square kilometers, Iligan’s 2024 population produces an approximate citywide density of 453 persons per square kilometer.
The calculation is:
368,132 residents ÷ 813.37 km² = approximately 452.6 residents per km²
This citywide average should be read carefully. Iligan’s population is unevenly distributed. Nearly half of all residents live in the ten largest barangays, and 92 percent live in barangays classified as urban.
Why barangay density is not included in the main table
Accurate barangay density requires a verified land-area measurement for every barangay using consistent geographic boundaries. The PSA population page used for this guide publishes barangay population counts and classifications, but it does not provide land area for every barangay in the same table.
Dividing populations by land areas gathered from mixed, outdated or unofficial sources would create a polished-looking table with uncertain results. Barangay-level density should be calculated only after securing official or technically validated boundary-area data.
Why Population Data Matters
Barangay population figures help turn citywide planning into street-level decisions.
Schools and child services
Education planners can compare the size and growth of barangays when assessing classrooms, teaching positions, daycare services and school locations. Population totals alone do not provide the number of school-age children, but they help identify communities that require closer demographic study.
Health care
Barangay population counts support planning for health stations, vaccination activities, maternal services, medicine allocation and community health staffing.
A small rural barangay can still require substantial resources when residents must travel long distances to reach medical facilities.
Disaster preparedness
Population data helps local planners estimate evacuation requirements, relief supplies and communication coverage. Effective disaster planning must combine population with hazard maps, terrain, road access and the location of vulnerable households.
Transportation and roads
Densely populated communities generate travel demand. Population changes can guide transport studies, road maintenance priorities, pedestrian facilities and traffic management.
Population should not be used as a substitute for actual traffic counts. A barangay can contain major employment, education or commercial destinations that attract people living elsewhere.
Housing and utilities
Population change provides context for housing supply, subdivision growth, water demand, electricity use, drainage, sanitation and solid-waste collection.
Business location research
Businesses can use population data as one layer in evaluating local demand. A larger population does not guarantee a stronger market. Household income, age structure, competition, accessibility, spending behavior and daytime population also matter.
How the 2024 Population Was Counted
The 2024 figures are official counts from the Philippine Statistics Authority’s 2024 Census of Population, with July 1, 2024 as the reference date. The national census provides population counts for regions, provinces, highly urbanized cities, municipalities and barangays.
The PSA’s PSGC database connects each barangay to a unique geographic code. Iligan City has the 10-digit city code 1030900000, and each barangay has its own code under the city.
Census count versus projection
A census count and a population projection are different:
- A census count is based on an official enumeration.
- A projection estimates a future or current population using assumptions about fertility, mortality and migration.
- A local administrative count can come from barangay records and can use different rules, dates or coverage.
For statistical comparison, figures should come from the same source series and geographic boundaries.
Total population versus household population
Total population can include people living in institutional or collective settings, depending on census definitions. Household population covers people counted as members of private households.
A table labeled “household population” should not be substituted for total population without a clear note.
Historical Population Context
Iligan’s population grew from 104,493 in 1970 to 368,132 in 2024. The city added more than 263,000 residents across that period.
| Census year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 104,493 |
| 1975 | 118,778 |
| 1980 | 167,358 |
| 1990 | 226,568 |
| 1995 | 273,004 |
| 2000 | 285,061 |
| 2007 | 308,046 |
| 2010 | 322,821 |
| 2015 | 342,618 |
| 2020 | 363,115 |
| 2024 | 368,132 |
The long-term series shows substantial expansion, followed by slower growth after 2020. A slower population growth rate does not by itself measure the performance of Iligan’s economy. Population growth and economic growth are separate indicators.
How to Use This Barangay Population Table
For students and researchers
Record the following with every citation:
- Census year
- Reference date
- Source agency
- Geographic level
- Whether the figure is total or household population
- Date the dataset was accessed
Use “2024 Census of Population” instead of describing the figures as an estimate.
For government and nonprofit planning
Combine the figures with:
- Age and sex distribution
- Household counts
- Poverty indicators
- School enrolment
- Birth and death records
- Health-service use
- Disability data
- Hazard exposure
- Road accessibility
- Water and sanitation coverage
For businesses and investors
Use population as a first screening layer. Follow it with site visits, competitor mapping, traffic measurements, customer interviews and household-market data.
For residents
The data provides a useful baseline for community discussions. It does not prove that a barangay receives too much or too little funding. Government allocation formulas can include land area, income class, equal sharing rules, program eligibility and other statutory factors.
Common Population-Data Mistakes
Mixing 2020 and 2024 figures
A table can become misleading when the citywide total comes from 2024 and the barangay counts come from 2020. Confirm that every row uses the same census year.
Confusing Iligan City with the City of Ilagan
Iligan City is in Northern Mindanao. The City of Ilagan is in Isabela. Search results and spreadsheets can blend the two names when queries or labels are incomplete.
Treating Iligan as an ordinary municipality of Lanao del Norte
Iligan is a highly urbanized city and is administratively independent from the province. It is still commonly grouped with Lanao del Norte for geographic reference.
Assuming the largest barangay is the densest
Tubod has the largest population. Density cannot be determined from population alone.
Treating census changes as proof of migration
A change between two censuses shows that the population count changed. Explaining the cause requires additional evidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current official population of Iligan City?
Iligan City had 368,132 residents as of July 1, 2024, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority’s 2024 Census of Population.
What is the most populated barangay in Iligan City?
Tubod is the most populated barangay, with 31,813 residents in 2024.
Which barangay has the lowest population?
Hindang has the lowest population, with 990 residents.
How many barangays are in Iligan City?
Iligan City has 44 barangays. The PSA listed all 44 in its current Philippine Standard Geographic Code database.
How many Iligan residents live in urban barangays?
The 31 urban barangays contained 338,728 residents, or approximately 92 percent of the city population.
How many residents live in rural barangays?
The 13 rural barangays contained 29,404 residents, or about 8 percent of Iligan’s population.
What is Iligan City’s population density?
The approximate 2024 citywide density is 453 residents per square kilometer, based on a population of 368,132 and land area of 813.37 square kilometers.
Did Iligan City’s population increase?
Yes. The population increased by 5,017 residents, from 363,115 in 2020 to 368,132 in 2024.
Which barangay recorded the largest numerical increase?
Based on a comparison of the published 2020 and 2024 figures, Ubaldo Laya recorded the largest numerical increase, adding 1,498 residents.
How frequently is a population census conducted?
The Philippines has historically conducted major population censuses at regular national intervals, with intercensal population counts conducted between some full census years. Readers should use the year and reference date printed on each PSA release instead of assuming a fixed schedule.
Where can official Iligan population statistics be found?
Official figures are available through the Philippine Statistics Authority’s Iligan City PSGC page and the PSA’s 2024 Northern Mindanao population release.
Final Population Summary
Iligan City’s 368,132 residents are distributed unevenly across 44 barangays. Tubod alone contains 31,813 residents, while Hindang has fewer than 1,000. The 31 urban barangays account for 92 percent of the population, and the ten largest barangays contain nearly half of all Iliganons.
The figures provide a solid baseline for local research, public planning and market analysis. Strong decisions require additional data on age, households, income, terrain, infrastructure and access. Population is the map’s boldest line, but it is not the entire landscape.
