Calamba Population 2026
Calamba has a population of 575,046, making it the #17 biggest city in 🇵🇭 Philippines, located in Calabarzon. Roughly 0.5% of Philippines's population lives here. It is about 5.4× smaller than Quezon City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
575,046
Rank in Philippines
#17
Coordinates
14.21°N, 121.17°E
~16 m elevation · Asia/Manila
Distance to capital (Manila)
48 km
30 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Calabarzon
| City | Population | Rank in Philippines |
|---|---|---|
| Antipolo | 913,712 | #10 |
| Muntinlupa | 552,225 | #18 |
| Imus | 481,949 | #22 |
| Dasmariñas | 441,876 | #28 |
| Bacoor | 356,974 | #35 |
| San Pedro | 348,968 | #36 |
| Cabuyao | 308,745 | #42 |
| San Pablo | 300,166 | #43 |
Cities near Calamba
FAQ
What is the population of Calamba?
Calamba has a population of 575,046 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #17 biggest city in Philippines.
What region is Calamba in?
Calamba is located in Calabarzon, Philippines.
Is Calamba the capital of Philippines?
No, the capital of Philippines is Manila, about 48 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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