Ilagan Population 2026
Ilagan has a population of 164,020, making it the #84 biggest city in 🇵🇭 Philippines, located in Cagayan Valley. Roughly 0.1% of Philippines's population lives here. It is about 19× smaller than Quezon City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
164,020
Rank in Philippines
#84
Coordinates
17.15°N, 121.89°E
~55 m elevation · Asia/Manila
Distance to capital (Manila)
299 km
186 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Cagayan Valley
Cities near Ilagan
FAQ
What is the population of Ilagan?
Ilagan has a population of 164,020 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #84 biggest city in Philippines.
What region is Ilagan in?
Ilagan is located in Cagayan Valley, Philippines.
Is Ilagan the capital of Philippines?
No, the capital of Philippines is Manila, about 299 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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