Paoay, Province of Ilocos Norte
| Type | municipality |
|---|---|
| Island group | Luzon |
| Region | Ilocos Region (Region I) |
| Province | Ilocos Norte |
| Barangay count | 31 |
| Postal code | 2902 |
| Coastal/Landlocked | coastal |
| Marine waterbodies | South China Sea |
| Philippine major island(s) | Luzon |
| Area (2013) | 76.24 km2 (29.44 sq mi) |
| Population (2020) | 25,001 |
| Density (2020) | 328 / km2 (849 / sq mi) |
| Coordinates | 18° 4' North, 120° 31' East (18.0617, 120.5195) |
| Estimated elevation above sea level | 12.8 meters (42.1 feet) |
Paoay is a coastal municipality in the province of Ilocos Norte.
The municipality has a land area of 76.24 square kilometers or 29.44 square miles which constitutes 2.23% of Ilocos Norte's total area. Its population as determined by the 2020 Census was 25,001. This represented 4.10% of the total population of Ilocos Norte province, or 0.47% of the overall population of the Ilocos Region. Based on these figures, the population density is computed at 328 inhabitants per square kilometer or 849 inhabitants per square mile.
Barangays
Paoay has 31 barangays as shown in the following table.
Demographic profile of barangays
| Barangay | Population percentage (2020) | Population (2020) | Population (2015) | Change (2015‑2020) | Annual Population Growth Rate (2015‑2020) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bacsil | 2.81% | 703 | 665 | 5.71% | 1.18% |
| Cabagoan | 1.81% | 453 | 547 | -17.18% | -3.89% |
| Cabangaran | 1.50% | 375 | 407 | -7.86% | -1.71% |
| Callaguip | 8.08% | 2,019 | 1,970 | 2.49% | 0.52% |
| Cayubog | 2.36% | 590 | 508 | 16.14% | 3.20% |
| Dolores | 1.68% | 419 | 514 | -18.48% | -4.21% |
| Laoa | 1.42% | 355 | 344 | 3.20% | 0.66% |
| Masintoc | 2.62% | 654 | 631 | 3.65% | 0.76% |
| Monte | 2.95% | 737 | 693 | 6.35% | 1.30% |
| Mumulaan | 3.49% | 873 | 768 | 13.67% | 2.73% |
| Nagbacalan | 12.78% | 3,194 | 3,008 | 6.18% | 1.27% |
| Nalasin | 5.51% | 1,378 | 1,286 | 7.15% | 1.47% |
| Nanguyudan | 2.41% | 602 | 669 | -10.01% | -2.20% |
| Oaig-Upay-Abulao | 2.98% | 744 | 641 | 16.07% | 3.19% |
| Pambaran | 0.76% | 189 | 237 | -20.25% | -4.65% |
| Pannaratan | 0.96% | 241 | 236 | 2.12% | 0.44% |
| Paratong | 4.46% | 1,115 | 1,118 | -0.27% | -0.06% |
| Pasil | 4.16% | 1,039 | 1,031 | 0.78% | 0.16% |
| Salbang | 2.86% | 714 | 689 | 3.63% | 0.75% |
| San Agustin | 4.12% | 1,029 | 1,008 | 2.08% | 0.43% |
| San Blas | 0.94% | 234 | 249 | -6.02% | -1.30% |
| San Juan | 0.89% | 222 | 267 | -16.85% | -3.81% |
| San Pedro | 2.37% | 592 | 647 | -8.50% | -1.85% |
| San Roque | 4.40% | 1,101 | 1,195 | -7.87% | -1.71% |
| Sangladan Poblacion | 1.53% | 383 | 427 | -10.30% | -2.26% |
| Santa Rita | 3.35% | 838 | 706 | 18.70% | 3.67% |
| Sideg | 1.84% | 459 | 459 | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Suba | 6.05% | 1,512 | 1,579 | -4.24% | -0.91% |
| Sungadan | 4.72% | 1,181 | 1,309 | -9.78% | -2.14% |
| Surgui | 3.22% | 805 | 794 | 1.39% | 0.29% |
| Veronica | 1.00% | 251 | 264 | -4.92% | -1.06% |
| Paoay Total | 25,001 | 24,866 | 0.54% | 0.11% | |
Economy
The annual regular revenue of Paoay for the fiscal year of 2016 was ₱84,744,705.95.
details
| Fiscal Year | Annual Regular Income | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 48,522,534.83 | – |
| 2010 | 59,297,955.94 | 22.21% |
| 2011 | 68,065,949.19 | 14.79% |
| 2012 | 68,640,250.45 | 0.84% |
| 2013 | 84,225,402.57 | 22.71% |
| 2014 | 69,112,396.33 | -17.94% |
| 2015 | 86,333,623.77 | 24.92% |
| 2016 | 84,744,705.95 | -1.84% |
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Demographics
Households
The household population of Paoay in the 2015 Census was 24,844 broken down into 5,822 households or an average of 4.27 members per household.
details
| Census date | Household population | Number of households | Average household size |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20,674 | 3,948 | 5.24 | |
| 21,240 | 4,231 | 5.02 | |
| 21,742 | 4,567 | 4.76 | |
| 23,117 | 5,062 | 4.57 | |
| 23,956 | 5,506 | 4.35 | |
| 24,844 | 5,822 | 4.27 |
Population by age group
According to the 2015 Census, the age group with the highest population in Paoay is 5 to 9, with 2,249 individuals. Conversely, the age group with the lowest population is 75 to 79, with 410 individuals.
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| Age group | Population (2015) | Age group percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1 | 413 | 1.66% |
| 1 to 4 | 1,814 | 7.30% |
| 5 to 9 | 2,249 | 9.04% |
| 10 to 14 | 2,154 | 8.66% |
| 15 to 19 | 1,968 | 7.91% |
| 20 to 24 | 1,892 | 7.61% |
| 25 to 29 | 1,876 | 7.54% |
| 30 to 34 | 1,989 | 8.00% |
| 35 to 39 | 1,822 | 7.33% |
| 40 to 44 | 1,545 | 6.21% |
| 45 to 49 | 1,464 | 5.89% |
| 50 to 54 | 1,279 | 5.14% |
| 55 to 59 | 1,162 | 4.67% |
| 60 to 64 | 992 | 3.99% |
| 65 to 69 | 712 | 2.86% |
| 70 to 74 | 552 | 2.22% |
| 75 to 79 | 410 | 1.65% |
| 80 and over | 573 | 2.30% |
| Total | 24,866 | 100.00% |
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Historical population
The population of Paoay grew from 12,743 in 1903 to 25,001 in 2020, an increase of 12,258 people over the course of 117 years. The latest census figures in 2020 denote a positive growth rate of 0.11%, or an increase of 135 people, from the previous population of 24,866 in 2015.
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| Census date | Population | Growth rate |
|---|---|---|
| 12,743 | – | |
| 16,639 | 1.70% | |
| 11,867 | -1.68% | |
| 11,257 | -0.54% | |
| 13,189 | 1.40% | |
| 15,218 | 1.41% | |
| 15,994 | 1.00% | |
| 17,016 | 1.25% | |
| 20,680 | 1.97% | |
| 21,253 | 0.51% | |
| 21,745 | 0.49% | |
| 23,117 | 0.85% | |
| 23,956 | 1.31% | |
| 24,866 | 0.71% | |
| 25,001 | 0.11% |
The total number of registered voters or electorate in Paoay for the year 2019 was 17,125, broken down into 8,447 males and 8,678 females.
Location
The municipal center of Paoay is situated at approximately 18° 4' North, 120° 31' East, in the island of Luzon. Elevation at these coordinates is estimated at 12.8 meters or 42.1 feet above mean sea level.
Distances
Based on the great-circle distance (the shortest distance between two points over the surface of the Earth), the cities closest to Paoay are Batac, Ilocos Norte, Laoag, Ilocos Norte, Vigan, Ilocos Sur, Candon, Ilocos Sur, Tabuk, Kalinga, and Tuguegarao, Cagayan. The nearest municipalities are Currimao, Ilocos Norte, Pinili, Ilocos Norte, San Nicolas, Ilocos Norte, Badoc, Ilocos Norte, Banna, Ilocos Norte, and Marcos, Ilocos Norte. Its distance from the national capital is 387.26 kilometers (240.63 miles). The following list delineates such distance measurements.
great-circle distance
Nearest towns
- Currimao, Ilocos Norte, 5.82 kilometers (3.62 miles) to the Southwest (S36°W)
- Pinili, Ilocos Norte, 12.17 kilometers (7.56 miles) to the South (S3°E)
- San Nicolas, Ilocos Norte, 14.82 kilometers (9.21 miles) to the North‑Northeast (N32°E)
- Badoc, Ilocos Norte, 15.70 kilometers (9.76 miles) to the South‑Southwest (S18°W)
- Banna, Ilocos Norte, 16.96 kilometers (10.54 miles) to the East‑Southeast (S58°E)
- Marcos, Ilocos Norte, 16.80 kilometers (10.44 miles) to the East (S83°E)
Nearest cities
- Batac, Ilocos Norte, 4.73 kilometers (2.94 miles) to the East (S83°E)
- Laoag, Ilocos Norte, 16.93 kilometers (10.52 miles) to the North‑Northeast (N27°E)
- Vigan, Ilocos Sur, 55.90 kilometers (34.74 miles) to the South‑Southwest (S15°W)
- Candon, Ilocos Sur, 96.83 kilometers (60.17 miles) to the South (S5°W)
- Tabuk, Kalinga, 119.75 kilometers (74.41 miles) to the East‑Southeast (S57°E)
- Tuguegarao, Cagayan, 137.88 kilometers (85.67 miles) to the East‑Southeast (S69°E)
Distance from Manila: 387.26 kilometers (240.63 miles) to the South (S7°E)
Notes
- Unless otherwise specified, population count (excluding percentages), household data, and land area figures are derived from the Philippine Statistics Authority.
- Data on registered voters is from the Commission on Elections.
- Data on annual regular income is from the Bureau of Local Government Finance, Department of Finance
- Postal code information is from the Philippine Postal Corporation.