Oroquieta Population 2026
Oroquieta has a population of 71,373, making it the #206 biggest city in 🇵🇭 Philippines, located in Northern Mindanao. Roughly 0.1% of Philippines's population lives here. It is about 43× smaller than Quezon City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
71,373
Rank in Philippines
#206
Coordinates
8.49°N, 123.80°E
~6 m elevation · Asia/Manila
Distance to capital (Manila)
747 km
464 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Northern Mindanao
| City | Population | Rank in Philippines |
|---|---|---|
| Cagayan de Oro | 741,617 | #12 |
| Iligan | 342,618 | #38 |
| Mantampay | 265,032 | #49 |
| NIA Valencia | 223,620 | #62 |
| Gingoog | 138,895 | #93 |
| Manolo Fortich | 118,075 | #121 |
| Quezon | 114,521 | #131 |
| Maramag | 109,864 | #137 |
Cities near Oroquieta
FAQ
What is the population of Oroquieta?
Oroquieta has a population of 71,373 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #206 biggest city in Philippines.
What region is Oroquieta in?
Oroquieta is located in Northern Mindanao, Philippines.
Is Oroquieta the capital of Philippines?
No, the capital of Philippines is Manila, about 747 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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