Bacolod City Population 2026
Bacolod City has a population of 454,898, making it the #26 biggest city in 🇵🇭 Philippines, located in Western Visayas. Roughly 0.4% of Philippines's population lives here. It is about 6.8× smaller than Quezon City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
454,898
Rank in Philippines
#26
Coordinates
10.67°N, 122.95°E
~14 m elevation · Asia/Manila
Distance to capital (Manila)
487 km
302 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Western Visayas
| City | Population | Rank in Philippines |
|---|---|---|
| Iloilo | 473,728 | #23 |
| Mansilingan | 454,150 | #27 |
| Kabankalan | 210,893 | #70 |
| Bago City | 192,993 | #74 |
| Roxas City | 185,236 | #78 |
| Cadiz | 129,053 | #106 |
| Himamaylan | 117,286 | #123 |
| Talisay | 109,204 | #138 |
Cities near Bacolod City
FAQ
What is the population of Bacolod City?
Bacolod City has a population of 454,898 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #26 biggest city in Philippines.
What region is Bacolod City in?
Bacolod City is located in Western Visayas, Philippines.
Is Bacolod City the capital of Philippines?
No, the capital of Philippines is Manila, about 487 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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