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.

Babatngon, Leyte, Philippines

Babatngon, Leyte, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Leyte Philippines, within Region VIII – Eastern Visayas, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Leyte. Babatngon, Leyte, Philippines Municipality Class: 4th ClassArea in Hectares: 11000.00Population (2020 Census): 28,836Population (2015 Census): 27,497Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): 0.99% Babatngon, Leyte […]

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Albuera, Leyte, Philippines

Albuera, Leyte, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Leyte Philippines, within Region VIII – Eastern Visayas, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Leyte. Albuera, Leyte, Philippines Municipality Class: 3rd ClassArea in Hectares: 14933.00Population (2020 Census): 47,151Population (2015 Census): 46,676Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): 0.20% Albuera, Leyte

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Alangalang, Leyte, Philippines

Alangalang, Leyte, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Leyte Philippines, within Region VIII – Eastern Visayas, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Leyte. Alangalang, Leyte, Philippines Municipality Class: 1st ClassArea in Hectares: 15058.00Population (2020 Census): 57,185Population (2015 Census): 55,235Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): 0.73% Alangalang, Leyte

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Abuyog, Leyte, Philippines

Abuyog, Leyte, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Leyte Philippines, within Region VIII – Eastern Visayas, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Leyte. Abuyog, Leyte, Philippines Municipality Class: 1st ClassArea in Hectares: 65192.00Population (2020 Census): 61,216Population (2015 Census): 59,571Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): 0.57% Abuyog, Leyte

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Tugaya, Lanao del Sur, Philippines

Tugaya, Lanao del Sur, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Lanao del Sur Philippines, within Region XV – BARMM, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Lanao del Sur. Tugaya, Lanao del Sur, Philippines Municipality Class: 4th ClassArea in Hectares: 11,530Population (2020 Census): 24,785Population (2015 Census):

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Tubaran, Lanao del Sur, Philippines

Tubaran, Lanao del Sur, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Lanao del Sur Philippines, within Region XV – BARMM, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Lanao del Sur. Tubaran, Lanao del Sur, Philippines Municipality Class: 4th ClassArea in Hectares: 38,710Population (2020 Census): 18,348Population (2015 Census):

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Taraka, Lanao del Sur, Philippines

Taraka, Lanao del Sur, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Lanao del Sur Philippines, within Region XV – BARMM, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Lanao del Sur. Taraka, Lanao del Sur, Philippines Municipality Class: 4th ClassArea in Hectares: 11,040Population (2020 Census): 27,243Population (2015 Census):

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Tamparan, Lanao del Sur, Philippines

Tamparan, Lanao del Sur, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Lanao del Sur Philippines, within Region XV – BARMM, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Lanao del Sur. Tamparan, Lanao del Sur, Philippines Municipality Class: 4th ClassArea in Hectares: 10,750Population (2020 Census): 30,013Population (2015 Census):

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Tagoloan II, Lanao del Sur, Philippines

Tagoloan II, Lanao del Sur, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Lanao del Sur Philippines, within Region XV – BARMM, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Lanao del Sur. Tagoloan II, Lanao del Sur, Philippines Municipality Class: 4th ClassArea in Hectares: 11,885Population (2020 Census): 12,025Population

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