Aroroy, Province of Masbate
| Type | municipality |
|---|---|
| Island group | Luzon |
| Region | Bicol Region (Region V) |
| Province | Masbate |
| Barangay count | 41 |
| Postal code | 5414 |
| Coastal/Landlocked | coastal |
| Marine waterbodies | Masbate Pass, Sibuyan Sea |
| Philippine major island(s) | Masbate |
| Area (2007) | 440.30 km2 (170.00 sq mi) |
| Population (2015) | 86,168 |
| Density (2015) | 196 / km2 (507 / sq mi) |
| Coordinates | 12° 31' North, 123° 24' East (12.5118, 123.3975) |
| Estimated elevation above sea level | 6.3 meters (20.5 feet) |
Aroroy is a coastal municipality in the island province of Masbate.
The municipality has a land area of 440.30 square kilometers or 170.00 square miles which constitutes 10.61% of Masbate's total area. Its population as determined by the 2015 Census was 86,168. This represented 9.66% of the total population of Masbate province, or 1.49% of the overall population of the Bicol Region. Based on these figures, the population density is computed at 196 inhabitants per square kilometer or 507 inhabitants per square mile.
Barangays
Aroroy has 41 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ambolong | 4.90% | 4,224 | 3,778 | 11.81% | 2.15% |
| Amoroy | 0.91% | 782 | 653 | 19.75% | 3.49% |
| Amotag | 2.46% | 2,121 | 2,020 | 5.00% | 0.93% |
| Bagauma | 3.06% | 2,636 | 2,412 | 9.29% | 1.71% |
| Balawing | 0.83% | 719 | 599 | 20.03% | 3.54% |
| Balete | 1.87% | 1,608 | 1,438 | 11.82% | 2.15% |
| Bangon | 3.25% | 2,804 | 2,391 | 17.27% | 3.08% |
| Cabangcalan | 1.40% | 1,203 | 1,132 | 6.27% | 1.16% |
| Cabas‑An | 1.84% | 1,585 | 1,499 | 5.74% | 1.07% |
| Calanay | 1.90% | 1,639 | 1,654 | -0.91% | -0.17% |
| Capsay | 2.79% | 2,402 | 2,064 | 16.38% | 2.93% |
| Concepcion | 1.20% | 1,036 | 838 | 23.63% | 4.12% |
| Dayhagan | 1.93% | 1,665 | 1,495 | 11.37% | 2.07% |
| Don Pablo Dela Rosa | 1.71% | 1,477 | 1,323 | 11.64% | 2.12% |
| Gumahang | 2.31% | 1,994 | 1,875 | 6.35% | 1.18% |
| Jaboyoan | 2.75% | 2,369 | 2,149 | 10.24% | 1.87% |
| Lanang | 1.08% | 933 | 732 | 27.46% | 4.73% |
| Luy‑a | 3.41% | 2,937 | 2,353 | 24.82% | 4.31% |
| Macabug | 1.26% | 1,089 | 1,071 | 1.68% | 0.32% |
| Malubi | 1.98% | 1,708 | 1,341 | 27.37% | 4.71% |
| Managanaga | 1.43% | 1,233 | 1,032 | 19.48% | 3.45% |
| Manamoc | 1.15% | 995 | 936 | 6.30% | 1.17% |
| Mariposa | 1.57% | 1,352 | 1,242 | 8.86% | 1.63% |
| Mataba | 3.18% | 2,738 | 2,549 | 7.41% | 1.37% |
| Matalangtalang | 2.28% | 1,961 | 1,686 | 16.31% | 2.92% |
| Matongog | 1.63% | 1,405 | 1,492 | -5.83% | -1.14% |
| Nabongsoran | 1.16% | 1,003 | 935 | 7.27% | 1.35% |
| Pangle | 1.19% | 1,022 | 698 | 46.42% | 7.53% |
| Panique | 7.44% | 6,411 | 5,806 | 10.42% | 1.91% |
| Pinanaan | 1.36% | 1,171 | 1,059 | 10.58% | 1.93% |
| Poblacion | 4.74% | 4,088 | 3,694 | 10.67% | 1.95% |
| Puro | 9.44% | 8,131 | 6,113 | 33.01% | 5.58% |
| San Agustin | 2.16% | 1,857 | 1,771 | 4.86% | 0.91% |
| San Isidro | 1.57% | 1,351 | 1,272 | 6.21% | 1.15% |
| Sawang | 1.65% | 1,420 | 1,464 | -3.01% | -0.58% |
| Syndicate | 2.83% | 2,439 | 2,072 | 17.71% | 3.15% |
| Talabaan | 1.75% | 1,505 | 1,176 | 27.98% | 4.81% |
| Talib | 1.91% | 1,649 | 1,507 | 9.42% | 1.73% |
| Tigbao | 3.58% | 3,081 | 2,741 | 12.40% | 2.25% |
| Tinago | 2.00% | 1,720 | 1,428 | 20.45% | 3.61% |
| Tinigban | 3.14% | 2,705 | 2,649 | 2.11% | 0.40% |
| Aroroy Total | 86,168 | 76,139 | 13.17% | 2.38% | |
Economy
According to the Bureau of Local Government Finance, the annual regular revenue of Aroroy for the fiscal year of 2016 was ₱328,154,098.83.
details
| Fiscal Year | Annual Regular Income | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 120,898,127.23 | – |
| 2010 | 148,324,402.86 | 22.69% |
| 2011 | 190,251,871.11 | 28.27% |
| 2012 | 193,754,847.77 | 1.84% |
| 2013 | 213,122,012.12 | 10.00% |
| 2014 | 254,996,391.04 | 19.65% |
| 2015 | 305,585,255.73 | 19.84% |
| 2016 | 328,154,098.83 | 7.39% |
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Demographics
Population by age group
According to the 2015 Census, the age group with the highest population in Aroroy is 5 to 9, with 12,554 individuals. Conversely, the age group with the lowest population is 80 and over, with 411 individuals.
details
| Age group | Population (2015) |
|---|---|
| Under 1 | 2,337 |
| 1 to 4 | 10,504 |
| 5 to 9 | 12,554 |
| 10 to 14 | 11,295 |
| 15 to 19 | 9,496 |
| 20 to 24 | 7,548 |
| 25 to 29 | 6,184 |
| 30 to 34 | 4,967 |
| 35 to 39 | 4,380 |
| 40 to 44 | 3,846 |
| 45 to 49 | 3,508 |
| 50 to 54 | 2,863 |
| 55 to 59 | 2,322 |
| 60 to 64 | 1,614 |
| 65 to 69 | 1,022 |
| 70 to 74 | 778 |
| 75 to 79 | 539 |
| 80 and over | 411 |
| Total | 86,168 |
Historical population
The population of Aroroy grew from 18,371 in 1960 to 86,168 in 2015, an increase of 67,797 people. The latest census figures in 2015 denote a positive growth rate of 2.38%, or an increase of 10,029 people, from the previous population of 76,139 in 2010.
details
| Census date | Population | Growth rate |
|---|---|---|
| 18,371 | – | |
| 28,624 | 4.43% | |
| 30,457 | 1.25% | |
| 38,618 | 4.86% | |
| 53,060 | 3.23% | |
| 55,110 | 0.71% | |
| 58,751 | 1.38% | |
| 62,635 | 0.89% | |
| 76,139 | 7.37% | |
| 86,168 | 2.38% |
Location
The municipal center of Aroroy is situated at approximately 12° 31' North, 123° 24' East, in the island of Masbate. Elevation at these coordinates is estimated at 6.3 meters or 20.5 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 Aroroy are Masbate City, Legazpi, Ligao, Sorsogon City, Tabaco, and Iriga. The nearest municipalities are Baleno, Monreal, Mandaon, Mobo, Milagros, and San Jacinto. Its distance from the national capital is 348.37 kilometers (216.47 miles). The following list delineates such distance measurements.
great-circle distance
Nearest towns
- Baleno, Masbate, 11.65 kilometers (7.24 miles) to the East‑Southeast (S69°E)
- Monreal, Masbate, 32.35 kilometers (20.10 miles) to the East‑Northeast (N63°E)
- Mandaon, Masbate, 33.92 kilometers (21.07 miles) to the South‑Southwest (S21°W)
- Mobo, Masbate, 34.29 kilometers (21.30 miles) to the Southeast (S56°E)
- Milagros, Masbate, 34.64 kilometers (21.52 miles) to the South‑Southeast (S20°E)
- San Jacinto, Masbate, 36.84 kilometers (22.89 miles) to the East (N80°E)
Nearest cities
- Masbate City, Masbate, 28.94 kilometers (17.98 miles) to the East‑Southeast (S57°E)
- Legazpi, Albay, 78.41 kilometers (48.72 miles) to the North‑Northeast (N28°E)
- Ligao, Albay, 82.10 kilometers (51.01 miles) to the North (N11°E)
- Sorsogon City, Sorsogon, 83.26 kilometers (51.74 miles) to the Northeast (N52°E)
- Tabaco, Albay, 100.44 kilometers (62.41 miles) to the North‑Northeast (N21°E)
- Iriga, Camarines Sur, 100.73 kilometers (62.59 miles) to the North (N1°E)
Distance from Manila: 348.37 kilometers (216.47 miles) to the Northwest (N48°W)
National rankings
- Population (2015): 86,168, ranked 206 out of 1,634
- Land area (2007): 170.00 square kilometers, ranked 178 out of 1,634
- Population density (2015): 196 inhabitants per square kilometer, ranked 954 out of 1,634
- Annual population growth rate (2010 to 2015): 2.38%, ranked 423 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.