Tarlac City Population 2026
Tarlac City has a population of 401,892, making it the #31 biggest city in 🇵🇭 Philippines, located in Central Luzon. Roughly 0.3% of Philippines's population lives here. It is about 7.7× smaller than Quezon City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
401,892
Rank in Philippines
#31
Coordinates
15.48°N, 120.60°E
~44 m elevation · Asia/Manila
Distance to capital (Manila)
106 km
66 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Central Luzon
| City | Population | Rank in Philippines |
|---|---|---|
| Angeles City | 483,452 | #21 |
| San Jose del Monte | 357,828 | #34 |
| Cabanatuan City | 343,672 | #37 |
| Santol | 298,976 | #45 |
| Malolos | 269,809 | #48 |
| San Fernando | 251,248 | #53 |
| Meycauayan | 228,023 | #61 |
| Olongapo | 221,178 | #64 |
Cities near Tarlac City
- Capas162,724 people · ~17 km away
- Concepcion178,549 people · ~18 km away
- Paniqui106,190 people · ~21 km away
- Bamban78,260 people · ~23 km away
- Mabalacat City188,050 people · ~29 km away
- Santol298,976 people · ~36 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tarlac City?
Tarlac City has a population of 401,892 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #31 biggest city in Philippines.
What region is Tarlac City in?
Tarlac City is located in Central Luzon, Philippines.
Is Tarlac City the capital of Philippines?
No, the capital of Philippines is Manila, about 106 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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