Quezon City Population 2026
Quezon City has a population of 3,084,270, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇵🇭 Philippines, located in National Capital Region. Roughly 2.6% of Philippines's population lives here.
Population (city proper)
3,084,270
Rank in Philippines
#1
Coordinates
14.65°N, 121.05°E
~49 m elevation · Asia/Manila
Distance to capital (Manila)
9 km
6 miles, straight line
Other big cities in National Capital Region
| City | Population | Rank in Philippines |
|---|---|---|
| Caloocan | 1,712,945 | #3 |
| Manila | 1,600,000 | #4 |
| 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 Quezon City
- Marikina City471,323 people · ~7 km away
- Pasig City853,050 people · ~7 km away
- Mandaluyong City465,902 people · ~7 km away
- Mandaluyong425,000 people · ~8 km away
- Antipolo913,712 people · ~8 km away
- Manila1,600,000 people · ~9 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Quezon City?
Quezon City has a population of 3,084,270 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Philippines.
What region is Quezon City in?
Quezon City is located in National Capital Region, Philippines.
Is Quezon City the capital of Philippines?
No, the capital of Philippines is Manila, about 9 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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