Iligan Population 2026
Iligan has a population of 342,618, making it the #38 biggest city in 🇵🇭 Philippines, located in Northern Mindanao. Roughly 0.3% of Philippines's population lives here. It is about 9.0× smaller than Quezon City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
342,618
Rank in Philippines
#38
Coordinates
8.23°N, 124.24°E
~5 m elevation · Asia/Manila
Distance to capital (Manila)
793 km
492 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Northern Mindanao
| City | Population | Rank in Philippines |
|---|---|---|
| Cagayan de Oro | 741,617 | #12 |
| Mantampay | 265,032 | #49 |
| NIA Valencia | 223,620 | #62 |
| Gingoog | 138,895 | #93 |
| Manolo Fortich | 118,075 | #121 |
| Quezon | 114,521 | #131 |
| Maramag | 109,864 | #137 |
| Ozamiz City | 93,082 | #157 |
Cities near Iligan
- Mantampay265,032 people · ~8 km away
- Boroon15,490 people · ~9 km away
- Iligan City312,323 people · ~17 km away
- Marawi City259,993 people · ~25 km away
- Ozamiz City93,082 people · ~45 km away
- Balulang42,205 people · ~49 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Iligan?
Iligan has a population of 342,618 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #38 biggest city in Philippines.
What region is Iligan in?
Iligan is located in Northern Mindanao, Philippines.
Is Iligan the capital of Philippines?
No, the capital of Philippines is Manila, about 793 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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