Pagadian Population 2026
Pagadian has a population of 206,483, making it the #72 biggest city in 🇵🇭 Philippines, located in Zamboanga Peninsula. Roughly 0.2% of Philippines's population lives here. It is about 15× smaller than Quezon City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
206,483
Rank in Philippines
#72
Coordinates
7.83°N, 123.44°E
~40 m elevation · Asia/Manila
Distance to capital (Manila)
800 km
497 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Zamboanga Peninsula
Cities near Pagadian
FAQ
What is the population of Pagadian?
Pagadian has a population of 206,483 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #72 biggest city in Philippines.
What region is Pagadian in?
Pagadian is located in Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
Is Pagadian the capital of Philippines?
No, the capital of Philippines is Manila, about 800 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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