Borongan Population 2026
Borongan has a population of 71,431, making it the #205 biggest city in 🇵🇭 Philippines, located in Eastern Visayas. Roughly 0.1% of Philippines's population lives here. It is about 43× smaller than Quezon City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
71,431
Rank in Philippines
#205
Coordinates
11.61°N, 125.43°E
~8 m elevation · Asia/Manila
Distance to capital (Manila)
586 km
364 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Eastern Visayas
| City | Population | Rank in Philippines |
|---|---|---|
| Tacloban | 259,353 | #52 |
| Ormoc | 238,545 | #56 |
| Panalanoy | 189,090 | #75 |
| Catbalogan | 107,896 | #141 |
| Catarman | 97,738 | #151 |
| Calbayog City | 67,921 | #220 |
| Burauen | 54,635 | #266 |
| Inopacan | 21,389 | #438 |
Cities near Borongan
- Panalanoy189,090 people · ~61 km away
- Tacloban259,353 people · ~62 km away
- Catbalogan107,896 people · ~62 km away
- Zumarraga16,279 people · ~64 km away
- Burauen54,635 people · ~92 km away
- Calbayog City67,921 people · ~104 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Borongan?
Borongan has a population of 71,431 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #205 biggest city in Philippines.
What region is Borongan in?
Borongan is located in Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
Is Borongan the capital of Philippines?
No, the capital of Philippines is Manila, about 586 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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