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.

Quezon, Nueva Ecija, Philippines

Quezon, Nueva Ecija, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Nueva Ecija Philippines, within Region 3 – Central Luzon, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Nueva Ecija. Quezon, Nueva Ecija, Philippines Municipality Class: 2nd Class Area in Hectares: 17825.00Population (2020 Census): 41,842Population (2015 Census): 39,786Annual Growth […]

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Pantabangan, Nueva Ecija, Philippines

Pantabangan, Nueva Ecija, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Nueva Ecija Philippines, within Region 3 – Central Luzon, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Nueva Ecija. Pantabangan, Nueva Ecija, Philippines Municipality Class: 1st Class Area in Hectares: 57935.00Population (2020 Census): 31,763Population (2015 Census): 29,925Annual Growth

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Nampicuan, Nueva Ecija, Philippines

Nampicuan, Nueva Ecija, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Nueva Ecija Philippines, within Region 3 – Central Luzon, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Nueva Ecija. Nampicuan, Nueva Ecija, Philippines Municipality Class: 5th Class Area in Hectares: 5262.00Population (2020 Census): 14,471Population (2015 Census): 13,303Annual Growth

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Lupao, Nueva Ecija, Philippines

Lupao, Nueva Ecija, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Nueva Ecija Philippines, within Region 3 – Central Luzon, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Nueva Ecija. Lupao, Nueva Ecija, Philippines Municipality Class: 3rd Class Area in Hectares: 12133.00Population (2020 Census): 45,917Population (2015 Census): 43,607Annual Growth

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Llanera, Nueva Ecija, Philippines

Llanera, Nueva Ecija, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Nueva Ecija Philippines, within Region 3 – Central Luzon, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Nueva Ecija. Llanera, Nueva Ecija, Philippines Municipality Class: 3rd Class Area in Hectares: 11444.00Population (2020 Census): 42,281Population (2015 Census): 39,736Annual Growth

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Licab, Nueva Ecija, Philippines

Licab, Nueva Ecija, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Nueva Ecija Philippines, within Region 3 – Central Luzon, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Nueva Ecija. Licab, Nueva Ecija, Philippines Municipality Class: 4th Class Area in Hectares: 7276.00Population (2020 Census): 29,269Population (2015 Census): 28,254Annual Growth

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Laur, Nueva Ecija, Philippines

Laur, Nueva Ecija, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Nueva Ecija Philippines, within Region 3 – Central Luzon, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Nueva Ecija. Laur, Nueva Ecija, Philippines Municipality Class: 3rd Class Area in Hectares: 29588.00Population (2020 Census): 38,255Population (2015 Census): 35,656Annual Growth

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Jaen, Nueva Ecija, Philippines

Jaen, Nueva Ecija, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Nueva Ecija Philippines, within Region 3 – Central Luzon, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Nueva Ecija. Jaen, Nueva Ecija, Philippines Municipality Class: 1st Class Area in Hectares: 8534.00Population (2020 Census): 79,218Population (2015 Census): 70,397Annual Growth

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Guimba, Nueva Ecija, Philippines

Guimba, Nueva Ecija, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Nueva Ecija Philippines, within Region 3 – Central Luzon, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Nueva Ecija. Guimba, Nueva Ecija, Philippines Municipality Class: 1st Class Area in Hectares: 23688.00Population (2020 Census): 125,056Population (2015 Census): 118,655Annual Growth

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General Tinio, Nueva Ecija, Philippines

General Tinio, Nueva Ecija, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Nueva Ecija Philippines, within Region 3 – Central Luzon, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Nueva Ecija. General Tinio, Nueva Ecija, Philippines Municipality Class: 1st Class Area in Hectares: 55318.00Population (2020 Census): 55,945Population (2015 Census):

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