Tacloban Population 2026
Tacloban has a population of 259,353, making it the #52 biggest city in 🇵🇭 Philippines, located in Eastern Visayas. 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)
259,353
Rank in Philippines
#52
Coordinates
11.24°N, 125.00°E
~7 m elevation · Asia/Manila
Distance to capital (Manila)
574 km
356 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Eastern Visayas
| City | Population | Rank in Philippines |
|---|---|---|
| Ormoc | 238,545 | #56 |
| Panalanoy | 189,090 | #75 |
| Catbalogan | 107,896 | #141 |
| Catarman | 97,738 | #151 |
| Borongan | 71,431 | #205 |
| Calbayog City | 67,921 | #220 |
| Burauen | 54,635 | #266 |
| Inopacan | 21,389 | #438 |
Cities near Tacloban
FAQ
What is the population of Tacloban?
Tacloban has a population of 259,353 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #52 biggest city in Philippines.
What region is Tacloban in?
Tacloban is located in Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
Is Tacloban the capital of Philippines?
No, the capital of Philippines is Manila, about 574 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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