Santiago, Province of Ilocos Sur
| Type | municipality |
|---|---|
| Island group | Luzon |
| Region | Ilocos Region (Region I) |
| Province | Ilocos Sur |
| Barangay count | 24 |
| Postal code | 2707 |
| Coastal/Landlocked | coastal |
| Marine waterbodies | South China Sea |
| Philippine major island(s) | Luzon |
| Area (2007) | 46.36 km2 (17.90 sq mi) |
| Population (2015) | 18,759 |
| Density (2015) | 405 / km2 (1,048 / sq mi) |
| Coordinates | 17° 18' North, 120° 27' East (17.2940, 120.4453) |
| Estimated elevation above sea level | 13.7 meters (44.9 feet) |
Santiago is a coastal municipality in the province of Ilocos Sur.
The municipality has a land area of 46.36 square kilometers or 17.90 square miles which constitutes 1.79% of Ilocos Sur's total area. Its population as determined by the 2015 Census was 18,759. This represented 2.72% of the total population of Ilocos Sur province, or 0.37% of the overall population of the Ilocos Region. Based on these figures, the population density is computed at 405 inhabitants per square kilometer or 1,048 inhabitants per square mile.
Barangays
Santiago has 24 barangays as shown in the following table.
Demographic profile of barangays
| Barangay | Population percentage (2015) | Population (2015) | Population (2010) | Change (2010‑2015) | Annual Population Growth Rate (2010‑2015) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al‑aludig | 4.65% | 872 | 828 | 5.31% | 0.99% |
| Ambucao | 9.11% | 1,709 | 1,485 | 15.08% | 2.71% |
| Baybayabas | 3.02% | 566 | 551 | 2.72% | 0.51% |
| Bigbiga | 3.49% | 655 | 585 | 11.97% | 2.18% |
| Bulbulala | 2.92% | 548 | 501 | 9.38% | 1.72% |
| Busel‑busel | 2.63% | 493 | 458 | 7.64% | 1.41% |
| Butol | 5.32% | 998 | 1,000 | -0.20% | -0.04% |
| Caburao | 7.31% | 1,371 | 1,332 | 2.93% | 0.55% |
| Dan‑ar | 10.32% | 1,935 | 1,862 | 3.92% | 0.73% |
| Gabao | 4.33% | 813 | 750 | 8.40% | 1.55% |
| Guinabang | 1.60% | 300 | 267 | 12.36% | 2.24% |
| Imus | 1.59% | 299 | 290 | 3.10% | 0.58% |
| Lang‑ayan | 1.99% | 373 | 344 | 8.43% | 1.55% |
| Mambug | 6.40% | 1,200 | 1,126 | 6.57% | 1.22% |
| Nalasin | 3.13% | 588 | 590 | -0.34% | -0.06% |
| Olo‑olo Norte | 5.02% | 941 | 912 | 3.18% | 0.60% |
| Olo‑olo Sur | 2.17% | 408 | 397 | 2.77% | 0.52% |
| Poblacion Norte | 2.14% | 402 | 408 | -1.47% | -0.28% |
| Poblacion Sur | 2.64% | 496 | 539 | -7.98% | -1.57% |
| Sabangan | 6.41% | 1,203 | 1,166 | 3.17% | 0.60% |
| Salincub | 4.47% | 839 | 779 | 7.70% | 1.42% |
| San Jose | 1.55% | 291 | 309 | -5.83% | -1.14% |
| San Roque | 4.47% | 839 | 860 | -2.44% | -0.47% |
| Ubbog | 3.31% | 620 | 619 | 0.16% | 0.03% |
| Santiago Total | 18,759 | 17,958 | 4.46% | 0.83% | |
Economy
According to the Bureau of Local Government Finance, the annual regular revenue of Santiago for the fiscal year of 2016 was ₱290,583,630.45.
details
| Fiscal Year | Annual Regular Income | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 39,022,147.01 | – |
| 2010 | 99,425,064.32 | 154.79% |
| 2011 | 94,864,212.60 | -4.59% |
| 2012 | 91,645,967.26 | -3.39% |
| 2013 | 94,876,936.38 | 3.53% |
| 2014 | 46,190,317.53 | -51.32% |
| 2015 | 153,785,603.60 | 232.94% |
| 2016 | 290,583,630.45 | 88.95% |
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Demographics
Population by age group
According to the 2015 Census, the age group with the highest population in Santiago is 5 to 9, with 1,875 individuals. Conversely, the age group with the lowest population is 75 to 79, with 296 individuals.
details
| Age group | Population (2015) |
|---|---|
| Under 1 | 374 |
| 1 to 4 | 1,449 |
| 5 to 9 | 1,875 |
| 10 to 14 | 1,678 |
| 15 to 19 | 1,456 |
| 20 to 24 | 1,578 |
| 25 to 29 | 1,354 |
| 30 to 34 | 1,434 |
| 35 to 39 | 1,353 |
| 40 to 44 | 1,119 |
| 45 to 49 | 1,113 |
| 50 to 54 | 963 |
| 55 to 59 | 828 |
| 60 to 64 | 670 |
| 65 to 69 | 498 |
| 70 to 74 | 373 |
| 75 to 79 | 296 |
| 80 and over | 348 |
| Total | 18,759 |
Historical population
The population of Santiago grew from 8,213 in 1960 to 18,759 in 2015, an increase of 10,546 people. The latest census figures in 2015 denote a positive growth rate of 0.83%, or an increase of 801 people, from the previous population of 17,958 in 2010.
details
| Census date | Population | Growth rate |
|---|---|---|
| 8,213 | – | |
| 10,224 | 2.17% | |
| 11,245 | 1.93% | |
| 11,843 | 1.04% | |
| 14,427 | 1.99% | |
| 14,843 | 0.53% | |
| 15,876 | 1.45% | |
| 16,806 | 0.79% | |
| 17,958 | 2.44% | |
| 18,759 | 0.83% |
Location
The municipal center of Santiago is situated at approximately 17° 18' North, 120° 27' East, in the island of Luzon. Elevation at these coordinates is estimated at 13.7 meters or 44.9 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 Santiago are Candon, Vigan, San Fernando, Batac, Baguio, and Laoag. The nearest municipalities are San Esteban, Banayoyo, Burgos, Santa Maria, Lidlidda, and Galimuyod. Its distance from the national capital is 304.58 kilometers (189.26 miles). The following list delineates such distance measurements.
great-circle distance
Nearest towns
- San Esteban, Ilocos Sur, 3.95 kilometers (2.46 miles) to the North (N0°W)
- Banayoyo, Ilocos Sur, 7.41 kilometers (4.60 miles) to the South‑Southeast (S29°E)
- Burgos, Ilocos Sur, 7.23 kilometers (4.49 miles) to the East‑Northeast (N70°E)
- Santa Maria, Ilocos Sur, 8.97 kilometers (5.58 miles) to the North‑Northeast (N25°E)
- Lidlidda, Ilocos Sur, 9.27 kilometers (5.76 miles) to the East‑Southeast (S60°E)
- Galimuyod, Ilocos Sur, 12.53 kilometers (7.79 miles) to the South‑Southeast (S11°E)
Nearest cities
- Candon, Ilocos Sur, 11.57 kilometers (7.19 miles) to the South (S1°E)
- Vigan, Ilocos Sur, 31.49 kilometers (19.57 miles) to the North‑Northwest (N11°W)
- San Fernando, La Union, 76.45 kilometers (47.51 miles) to the South (S10°W)
- Batac, Ilocos Norte, 85.33 kilometers (53.02 miles) to the North (N8°E)
- Baguio, 98.87 kilometers (61.44 miles) to the South (S9°E)
- Laoag, Ilocos Norte, 101.20 kilometers (62.88 miles) to the North (N9°E)
Distance from Manila: 304.58 kilometers (189.26 miles) to the South (S11°E)
National rankings
- Population (2015): 18,759, ranked 1,279 out of 1,634
- Land area (2007): 17.90 square kilometers, ranked 1,401 out of 1,634
- Population density (2015): 405 inhabitants per square kilometer, ranked 479 out of 1,634
- Annual population growth rate (2010 to 2015): 0.83%, ranked 1,197 out of 1,634
Notes
- Unless otherwise specified, population count (excluding percentages) and land area figures are derived from the Philippine Statistics Authority.
- 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.