Manila Population 2026 capital
Manila has a population of 1,600,000, making it the #4 biggest city in 🇵🇭 Philippines, located in National Capital Region. Roughly 1.4% of Philippines's population lives here. It is about 1.9× smaller than Quezon City, the country's biggest city. Manila is the capital of Philippines.
Population (city proper)
1,600,000
Rank in Philippines
#4
Coordinates
14.60°N, 120.98°E
~13 m elevation · Asia/Manila
Other big cities in National Capital Region
| City | Population | Rank in Philippines |
|---|---|---|
| Quezon City | 3,084,270 | #1 |
| Caloocan | 1,712,945 | #3 |
| Taguig | 1,308,085 | #5 |
| Pasig City | 853,050 | #11 |
| Valenzuela | 725,173 | #13 |
| Paranaque City | 703,245 | #15 |
| Las Piñas | 615,549 | #16 |
| Makati City | 510,383 | #19 |
Cities near Manila
- Caloocan1,712,945 people · ~5 km away
- Mandaluyong425,000 people · ~6 km away
- Mandaluyong City465,902 people · ~7 km away
- Pasay416,522 people · ~8 km away
- Navotas249,463 people · ~8 km away
- Makati City510,383 people · ~8 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Manila?
Manila has a population of 1,600,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #4 biggest city in Philippines.
What region is Manila in?
Manila is located in National Capital Region, Philippines.
Is Manila the capital of Philippines?
Yes, Manila is the capital of Philippines.
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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