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.

Tanudan, Kalinga, Philippines

Tanudan, Kalinga, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Kalinga Philippines, within Region XIV – CAR, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Kalinga. Tanudan, Kalinga, Philippines Municipality Class: 4th ClassArea in Hectares: 30,750Population (2020 Census): 9,599Population (2015 Census): 8,118Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): 3.52% Tanudan, Kalinga 2022 […]

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Rizal, Kalinga, Philippines

Rizal, Kalinga, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Kalinga Philippines, within Region XIV – CAR, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Kalinga. Rizal, Kalinga, Philippines Municipality Class: 4th ClassArea in Hectares: 28,198Population (2020 Census): 17,939Population (2015 Census): 17,043Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): 1.08% Rizal, Kalinga 2022

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Pasil, Kalinga, Philippines

Pasil, Kalinga, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Kalinga Philippines, within Region XIV – CAR, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Kalinga. Pasil, Kalinga, Philippines Municipality Class: 5th ClassArea in Hectares: 18,803Population (2020 Census): 9,629Population (2015 Census): 9,644Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): -0.03% Pasil, Kalinga 2022

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Lubuagan, Kalinga, Philippines

Lubuagan, Kalinga, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Kalinga Philippines, within Region XIV – CAR, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Kalinga. Lubuagan, Kalinga, Philippines Municipality Class: 4th ClassArea in Hectares: 23,470Population (2020 Census): 9,369Population (2015 Census): 8,733Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): 1.48% Lubuagan, Kalinga 2022

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Balbalan, Kalinga, Philippines

Balbalan, Kalinga, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Kalinga Philippines, within Region XIV – CAR, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Kalinga. Balbalan, Kalinga, Philippines Municipality Class: 4th ClassArea in Hectares: 54,269Population (2020 Census): 12,914Population (2015 Census): 12,195Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): 1.21% Balbalan, Kalinga 2022

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Tumauini, Isabela, Philippines

Tumauini, Isabela, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Isabela Philippines, within Region 2 – Cagayan Valley, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Isabela. Tumauini, Isabela, Philippines Municipality Class: 1st ClassArea in Hectares: 46,740Population (2020 Census): 61,946Population (2015 Census): 58,403Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): 1.25% Tumauini, Isabela

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Santo Tomas, Isabela, Philippines

Santo Tomas, Isabela, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Isabela Philippines, within Region 2 – Cagayan Valley, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Isabela. Santo Tomas, Isabela, Philippines Municipality Class: 4th ClassArea in Hectares: 6,098Population (2020 Census): 24,528Population (2015 Census): 23,296Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): 1.10%

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Santa Maria, Isabela, Philippines

Santa Maria, Isabela, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Isabela Philippines, within Region 2 – Cagayan Valley, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Isabela. Santa Maria, Isabela, Philippines Municipality Class: 4th ClassArea in Hectares: 12,501Population (2020 Census): 25,382Population (2015 Census): 25,296Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): 0.07%

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San Pablo, Isabela, Philippines

San Pablo, Isabela, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Isabela Philippines, within Region 2 – Cagayan Valley, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Isabela. San Pablo, Isabela, Philippines Municipality Class: 4th ClassArea in Hectares: 66,740Population (2020 Census): 27,708Population (2015 Census): 25,375Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): 1.86%

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San Mateo, Isabela, Philippines

San Mateo, Isabela, Philippines : is a municipality in the province of Isabela Philippines, within Region 2 – Cagayan Valley, in the Republic of the Philippines.  >>> Click to view Other Municipalities in Isabela. San Mateo, Isabela, Philippines Municipality Class: 1st ClassArea in Hectares: 12,060Population (2020 Census): 66,099Population (2015 Census): 64,871Annual Growth Rate (2015-2020): 0.38%

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