Mandaue City Population 2026
Mandaue City has a population of 331,320, making it the #39 biggest city in 🇵🇭 Philippines, located in Central Visayas. Roughly 0.3% of Philippines's population lives here. It is about 9.3× smaller than Quezon City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
331,320
Rank in Philippines
#39
Coordinates
10.32°N, 123.92°E
~7 m elevation · Asia/Manila
Distance to capital (Manila)
573 km
356 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Central Visayas
| City | Population | Rank in Philippines |
|---|---|---|
| Cebu City | 965,332 | #9 |
| Lapu-Lapu City | 497,813 | #20 |
| 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 Mandaue City
FAQ
What is the population of Mandaue City?
Mandaue City has a population of 331,320 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #39 biggest city in Philippines.
What region is Mandaue City in?
Mandaue City is located in Central Visayas, Philippines.
Is Mandaue City the capital of Philippines?
No, the capital of Philippines is Manila, about 573 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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