Zamboanga Population 2026
Zamboanga has a population of 1,018,849, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇵🇭 Philippines, located in Zamboanga Peninsula. Roughly 0.9% of Philippines's population lives here. It is about 3.0× smaller than Quezon City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,018,849
Rank in Philippines
#8
Coordinates
6.91°N, 122.07°E
~9 m elevation · Asia/Manila
Distance to capital (Manila)
864 km
537 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Zamboanga Peninsula
Cities near Zamboanga
FAQ
What is the population of Zamboanga?
Zamboanga has a population of 1,018,849 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in Philippines.
What region is Zamboanga in?
Zamboanga is located in Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
Is Zamboanga the capital of Philippines?
No, the capital of Philippines is Manila, about 864 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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