Lapu-Lapu City Population 2026
Lapu-Lapu City has a population of 497,813, making it the #20 biggest city in 🇵🇭 Philippines, located in Central Visayas. Roughly 0.4% of Philippines's population lives here. It is about 6.2× smaller than Quezon City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
497,813
Rank in Philippines
#20
Coordinates
10.31°N, 123.95°E
~4 m elevation · Asia/Manila
Distance to capital (Manila)
576 km
358 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Central Visayas
| City | Population | Rank in Philippines |
|---|---|---|
| Cebu City | 965,332 | #9 |
| Mandaue City | 331,320 | #39 |
| Toledo | 206,692 | #71 |
| Naga | 138,727 | #94 |
| Talisay | 133,148 | #101 |
| Bayawan | 126,744 | #109 |
| Dumaguete | 113,541 | #132 |
| Daanbantayan | 95,080 | #155 |
Cities near Lapu-Lapu City
FAQ
What is the population of Lapu-Lapu City?
Lapu-Lapu City has a population of 497,813 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #20 biggest city in Philippines.
What region is Lapu-Lapu City in?
Lapu-Lapu City is located in Central Visayas, Philippines.
Is Lapu-Lapu City the capital of Philippines?
No, the capital of Philippines is Manila, about 576 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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