Wao Population 2026
Wao has a population of 17,845, making it the #474 biggest city in 🇵🇭 Philippines, located in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao. It is about 173× smaller than Quezon City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,845
Rank in Philippines
#474
Coordinates
7.68°N, 124.67°E
~1,246 m elevation · Asia/Manila
Distance to capital (Manila)
868 km
539 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao
| City | Population | Rank in Philippines |
|---|---|---|
| Budta | 1,273,715 | #6 |
| Cotabato | 383,383 | #32 |
| Marawi City | 259,993 | #51 |
| Sultan Kudarat | 124,965 | #110 |
| Dinaig | 116,768 | #126 |
| Jolo | 101,002 | #147 |
| City of Isabela | 67,336 | #225 |
| Buluan | 60,931 | #244 |
Cities near Wao
- Don Carlos73,592 people · ~37 km away
- Maramag109,864 people · ~38 km away
- Quezon114,521 people · ~48 km away
- NIA Valencia223,620 people · ~53 km away
- Marawi City259,993 people · ~55 km away
- Parang44,930 people · ~56 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Wao?
Wao has a population of 17,845 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #474 biggest city in Philippines.
What region is Wao in?
Wao is located in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, Philippines.
Is Wao the capital of Philippines?
No, the capital of Philippines is Manila, about 868 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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