Buenavista Population 2026
Buenavista has a population of 70,691, making it the #207 biggest city in 🇵🇭 Philippines, located in Caraga. Roughly 0.1% of Philippines's population lives here. It is about 44× smaller than Quezon City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
70,691
Rank in Philippines
#207
Coordinates
8.98°N, 125.41°E
~7 m elevation · Asia/Manila
Distance to capital (Manila)
790 km
491 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Caraga
| City | Population | Rank in Philippines |
|---|---|---|
| Butuan | 309,709 | #41 |
| Libertad | 250,353 | #54 |
| Bayugan | 110,313 | #136 |
| Bislig | 99,872 | #149 |
| Prosperidad | 90,162 | #161 |
| Surigao | 87,832 | #170 |
| San Francisco | 79,718 | #188 |
| Bunawan | 50,999 | #277 |
Cities near Buenavista
FAQ
What is the population of Buenavista?
Buenavista has a population of 70,691 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #207 biggest city in Philippines.
What region is Buenavista in?
Buenavista is located in Caraga, Philippines.
Is Buenavista the capital of Philippines?
No, the capital of Philippines is Manila, about 790 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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