Sorsogon Population 2026
Sorsogon has a population of 187,670, making it the #77 biggest city in 🇵🇭 Philippines, located in Bicol Region. Roughly 0.2% of Philippines's population lives here. It is about 16× smaller than Quezon City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
187,670
Rank in Philippines
#77
Coordinates
12.97°N, 123.99°E
~13 m elevation · Asia/Manila
Distance to capital (Manila)
372 km
231 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bicol Region
Cities near Sorsogon
FAQ
What is the population of Sorsogon?
Sorsogon has a population of 187,670 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #77 biggest city in Philippines.
What region is Sorsogon in?
Sorsogon is located in Bicol Region, Philippines.
Is Sorsogon the capital of Philippines?
No, the capital of Philippines is Manila, about 372 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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