Bunawan Population 2026
Bunawan has a population of 50,999, making it the #277 biggest city in 🇵🇭 Philippines, located in Caraga. It is about 60× smaller than Quezon City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
50,999
Rank in Philippines
#277
Coordinates
8.17°N, 125.99°E
~25 m elevation · Asia/Manila
Distance to capital (Manila)
900 km
559 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Caraga
| City | Population | Rank in Philippines |
|---|---|---|
| Butuan | 309,709 | #41 |
| Libertad | 250,353 | #54 |
| Bayugan | 110,313 | #136 |
| Bislig | 99,872 | #149 |
| Prosperidad | 90,162 | #161 |
| Surigao | 87,832 | #170 |
| San Francisco | 79,718 | #188 |
| Buenavista | 70,691 | #207 |
Cities near Bunawan
- Bislig99,872 people · ~36 km away
- Tagbina41,157 people · ~37 km away
- Monkayo96,405 people · ~40 km away
- San Francisco79,718 people · ~41 km away
- Hinatuan44,475 people · ~44 km away
- Prosperidad90,162 people · ~47 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bunawan?
Bunawan has a population of 50,999 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #277 biggest city in Philippines.
What region is Bunawan in?
Bunawan is located in Caraga, Philippines.
Is Bunawan the capital of Philippines?
No, the capital of Philippines is Manila, about 900 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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