Mankayan Population 2026
Mankayan has a population of 15,886, making it the #504 biggest city in 🇵🇭 Philippines, located in Cordillera. It is about 194× smaller than Quezon City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,886
Rank in Philippines
#504
Coordinates
16.86°N, 120.78°E
~1,203 m elevation · Asia/Manila
Distance to capital (Manila)
252 km
156 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Cordillera
Cities near Mankayan
- Bontoc23,466 people · ~32 km away
- Lagawe19,124 people · ~36 km away
- Tagudin35,791 people · ~37 km away
- Santa Maria28,002 people · ~37 km away
- La Trinidad142,925 people · ~50 km away
- Baguio272,714 people · ~54 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mankayan?
Mankayan has a population of 15,886 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #504 biggest city in Philippines.
What region is Mankayan in?
Mankayan is located in Cordillera, Philippines.
Is Mankayan the capital of Philippines?
No, the capital of Philippines is Manila, about 252 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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