El Nido Population 2026
El Nido has a population of 51,367, making it the #275 biggest city in 🇵🇭 Philippines, located in Mimaropa. It is about 60× smaller than Quezon City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
51,367
Rank in Philippines
#275
Coordinates
11.19°N, 119.40°E
~36 m elevation · Asia/Manila
Distance to capital (Manila)
417 km
259 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mimaropa
| City | Population | Rank in Philippines |
|---|---|---|
| Puerto Princesa | 222,673 | #63 |
| San Jose | 143,495 | #90 |
| Sablayan | 91,406 | #160 |
| Brookes Point | 76,715 | #195 |
| Calapan | 66,008 | #228 |
| Jose Rizal | 59,040 | #253 |
| Victoria | 52,215 | #273 |
| Pinamalayan | 43,521 | #305 |
Cities near El Nido
FAQ
What is the population of El Nido?
El Nido has a population of 51,367 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #275 biggest city in Philippines.
What region is El Nido in?
El Nido is located in Mimaropa, Philippines.
Is El Nido the capital of Philippines?
No, the capital of Philippines is Manila, about 417 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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