Marawi City Population 2026
Marawi City has a population of 259,993, making it the #51 biggest city in 🇵🇭 Philippines, located in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao. Roughly 0.2% of Philippines's population lives here. It is about 12× smaller than Quezon City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
259,993
Rank in Philippines
#51
Coordinates
8.00°N, 124.28°E
~719 m elevation · Asia/Manila
Distance to capital (Manila)
817 km
507 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao
| City | Population | Rank in Philippines |
|---|---|---|
| Budta | 1,273,715 | #6 |
| Cotabato | 383,383 | #32 |
| Sultan Kudarat | 124,965 | #110 |
| Dinaig | 116,768 | #126 |
| Jolo | 101,002 | #147 |
| City of Isabela | 67,336 | #225 |
| Buluan | 60,931 | #244 |
| Parang | 44,930 | #297 |
Cities near Marawi City
- Mantampay265,032 people · ~20 km away
- Boroon15,490 people · ~23 km away
- Iligan342,618 people · ~25 km away
- Iligan City312,323 people · ~30 km away
- Nunungan18,827 people · ~40 km away
- Ozamiz City93,082 people · ~51 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Marawi City?
Marawi City has a population of 259,993 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #51 biggest city in Philippines.
What region is Marawi City in?
Marawi City is located in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Philippines.
Is Marawi City the capital of Philippines?
No, the capital of Philippines is Manila, about 817 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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