Compostela Population 2026
Compostela has a population of 42,563, making it the #308 biggest city in 🇵🇭 Philippines, located in Davao Region. It is about 72× smaller than Quezon City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
42,563
Rank in Philippines
#308
Coordinates
7.67°N, 126.09°E
~74 m elevation · Asia/Manila
Distance to capital (Manila)
951 km
591 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Davao Region
Cities near Compostela
- Nabunturan16,671 people · ~15 km away
- Monkayo96,405 people · ~16 km away
- San Mariano18,668 people · ~22 km away
- New Corella20,574 people · ~31 km away
- Magugpo Poblacion233,254 people · ~40 km away
- Maco87,680 people · ~43 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Compostela?
Compostela has a population of 42,563 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #308 biggest city in Philippines.
What region is Compostela in?
Compostela is located in Davao Region, Philippines.
Is Compostela the capital of Philippines?
No, the capital of Philippines is Manila, about 951 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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