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.

Bobon, Northern Samar, Philippines

Bobon, Northern Samar, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Northern Samar Philippines, within Region VIII – Eastern Visayas, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Northern Samar. Bobon, Northern Samar, Philippines Municipality Class: 4th Class Area in Hectares: 13000.00Population (2020 Census): 25,964Population (2015 Census): 23,616Annual Growth […]

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Vallehermoso, Negros Oriental, Philippines

Vallehermoso, Negros Oriental, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Negros Oriental Philippines, within Region XVI – Negros Island, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Negros Oriental. Vallehermoso, Negros Oriental, Philippines Municipality Class: 3rd Class Area in Hectares: 10083.00Population (2020 Census): 40,779Population (2015 Census): 38,259Annual Growth

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Zamboanguita, Negros Oriental, Philippines

Zamboanguita, Negros Oriental, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Negros Oriental Philippines, within Region XVI – Negros Island, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Negros Oriental. Zamboanguita, Negros Oriental, Philippines Municipality Class: 4th Class Area in Hectares: 7290.00Population (2020 Census): 29,569Population (2015 Census): 27,990Annual Growth

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Sibulan, Negros Oriental, Philippines

Sibulan, Negros Oriental, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Negros Oriental Philippines, within Region XVI – Negros Island, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Negros Oriental. Sibulan, Negros Oriental, Philippines Municipality Class: 3rd Class Area in Hectares: 16570.00Population (2020 Census): 64,655Population (2015 Census): 59,455Annual Growth

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Tayasan, Negros Oriental, Philippines

Tayasan, Negros Oriental, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Negros Oriental Philippines, within Region XVI – Negros Island, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Negros Oriental. Tayasan, Negros Oriental, Philippines Municipality Class: 3rd Class Area in Hectares: 15450.00Population (2020 Census): 38,159Population (2015 Census): 35,477Annual Growth

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Valencia, Negros Oriental, Philippines

Valencia, Negros Oriental, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Negros Oriental Philippines, within Region XVI – Negros Island, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Negros Oriental. Valencia, Negros Oriental, Philippines Municipality Class: 1st Class Area in Hectares: 14729.00Population (2020 Census): 38,733Population (2015 Census): 34,801Annual Growth

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Siaton, Negros Oriental, Philippines

Siaton, Negros Oriental, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Negros Oriental Philippines, within Region XVI – Negros Island, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Negros Oriental. Siaton, Negros Oriental, Philippines Municipality Class: 1st Class Area in Hectares: 33590.00Population (2020 Census): 83,082Population (2015 Census): 77,696Annual Growth

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Santa Catalina, Negros Oriental, Philippines

Santa Catalina, Negros Oriental, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Negros Oriental Philippines, within Region XVI – Negros Island, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Negros Oriental. Santa Catalina, Negros Oriental, Philippines Municipality Class: 1st Class Area in Hectares: 52102.00Population (2020 Census): 75,754Population (2015 Census):

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San Jose, Negros Oriental, Philippines

San Jose, Negros Oriental, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Negros Oriental Philippines, within Region XVI – Negros Island, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Negros Oriental. San Jose, Negros Oriental, Philippines Municipality Class: 4th Class Area in Hectares: 5446.00Population (2020 Census): 21,087Population (2015 Census):

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Manjuyod, Negros Oriental, Philippines

Manjuyod, Negros Oriental, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Negros Oriental Philippines, within Region XVI – Negros Island, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Negros Oriental. Manjuyod, Negros Oriental, Philippines Municipality Class: 3rd Class Area in Hectares: 26460.00Population (2020 Census): 44,799Population (2015 Census): 42,332Annual Growth

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