Municipalities of the Philippines

In the Philippines, a municipality is a local government unit (LGU), also known as a town. It is distinct from a city and is organized under the province it belongs to. Municipalities are further divided into barangays, the smallest political units.

How a Municipality is Formed:

  • A municipality is created by an act of Congress or through the Local Government Code.

  • It must meet certain criteria, such as population size, income, and land area, as mandated by law.

  • Once established, it has its own local government with elected officials (mayor, vice mayor, and municipal councilors).

Structure and Governance:

  • The executive branch is headed by a mayor.

  • The legislative branch is called the Sangguniang Bayan (municipal council).

  • There are appointed municipal officials such as treasurer, assessor, health officer, and others fulfilling various administrative roles.

Classification of Municipalities:

Municipalities in the Philippines are classified based on their average annual income over the last four fiscal years. The classes are:

  • 1st Class: Municipalities with the highest income bracket.

  • 2nd Class

  • 3rd Class

  • 4th Class

  • 5th Class

  • 6th Class: Municipalities with the lowest income bracket.

These classifications help determine the municipality’s budget, administrative responsibilities, and development priorities.

Responsibilities:

  • Municipalities enjoy a degree of local autonomy but remain under provincial supervision.

  • They are responsible for local services such as health, sanitation, infrastructure, and ordinances.

  • They have the power to create and collect local taxes and fees.

This structure is defined by the Local Government Code of 1991 and supported by the 1987 Philippine Constitution, ensuring local governments can manage affairs effectively within their jurisdiction.

Mahinog, Camiguin, Philippines

Mahinog, Camiguin, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Camiguin Philippines, within Region X – Northern Mindanao, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Camiguin. Mahinog, Camiguin, Philippines Area in Hectares: 3,255Population (2020 Census): 14,028Population (2015 Census): 13,638Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): 0.60% Mahinog 2022 Elected Officials Mayor: […]

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Tinambac, Camarines Sur, Philippines

Tinambac, Camarines Sur, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Camarines Sur Philippines, within Region V – Bicol, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Camarines Sur. Tinambac, Camarines Sur, Philippines Area in Hectares: 41,199Population (2020 Census): 67,524Population (2015 Census): 69,633Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): -0.62% Tinambac 2022

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Siruma, Camarines Sur, Philippines

Siruma, Camarines Sur, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Camarines Sur Philippines, within Region V – Bicol, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Camarines Sur. Siruma, Camarines Sur, Philippines Area in Hectares: 14,127Population (2020 Census): 19,419Population (2015 Census): 17,764Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): 1.89% Siruma 2022

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Tigaon, Camarines Sur, Philippines

Tigaon, Camarines Sur, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Camarines Sur Philippines, within Region V – Bicol, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Camarines Sur. Tigaon, Camarines Sur, Philippines Area in Hectares: 12,399Population (2020 Census): 64,107Population (2015 Census): 55,240Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): 3.20% Tigaon 2022

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Sipocot, Camarines Sur, Philippines

Sipocot, Camarines Sur, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Camarines Sur Philippines, within Region V – Bicol, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Camarines Sur. Sipocot, Camarines Sur, Philippines Area in Hectares: 24,343Population (2020 Census): 68,169Population (2015 Census): 64,845Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): 1.05% Sipocot 2022

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San Jose, Camarines Sur, Philippines

San Jose, Camarines Sur, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Camarines Sur Philippines, within Region V – Bicol, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Camarines Sur. San Jose, Camarines Sur, Philippines Area in Hectares: 28,684Population (2020 Census): 42,965Population (2015 Census): 40,623Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): 1.18%

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San Fernando, Camarines Sur, Philippines

San Fernando, Camarines Sur, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Camarines Sur Philippines, within Region V – Bicol, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Camarines Sur. San Fernando, Camarines Sur, Philippines Area in Hectares: 13,846Population (2020 Census): 38,626Population (2015 Census): 35,258Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): 1.93%

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Sagñay, Camarines Sur, Philippines

Sagñay, Camarines Sur, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Camarines Sur Philippines, within Region V – Bicol, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Camarines Sur. Sagñay, Camarines Sur, Philippines Area in Hectares: 15,471Population (2020 Census): 36,841Population (2015 Census): 31,314Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): 3.37% Sagñay 2022

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Pili, Camarines Sur, Philippines

Pili, Camarines Sur, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Camarines Sur Philippines, within Region V – Bicol, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Camarines Sur. Pili, Camarines Sur, Philippines Area in Hectares: 12,629Population (2020 Census): 99,228Population (2015 Census): 89,545Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): 2.16% Pili 2022

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Presentacion, Camarines Sur, Philippines

Presentacion, Camarines Sur, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Camarines Sur Philippines, within Region V – Bicol, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Camarines Sur. Presentacion, Camarines Sur, Philippines Area in Hectares: 14,383Population (2020 Census): 22,591Population (2015 Census): 20,645Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): 1.89% Presentacion 2022

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