Legaspi Population 2026
Legaspi has a population of 179,481, making it the #79 biggest city in 🇵🇭 Philippines, located in Bicol Region. Roughly 0.2% of Philippines's population lives here. It is about 17× smaller than Quezon City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
179,481
Rank in Philippines
#79
Coordinates
13.14°N, 123.74°E
~9 m elevation · Asia/Manila
Distance to capital (Manila)
339 km
211 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bicol Region
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FAQ
What is the population of Legaspi?
Legaspi has a population of 179,481 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #79 biggest city in Philippines.
What region is Legaspi in?
Legaspi is located in Bicol Region, Philippines.
Is Legaspi the capital of Philippines?
No, the capital of Philippines is Manila, about 339 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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