Mati, Province of Davao Oriental
| Type | city (component) |
|---|---|
| Island group | Mindanao |
| Region | Davao Region (Region XI) |
| Province | Davao Oriental |
| Barangay count | 26 |
| Postal code | 8200 |
| Coastal/Landlocked | coastal |
| Marine waterbodies | Philippine Sea |
| Philippine major island(s) | Mindanao |
| Area (2013) | 588.63 km2 (227.27 sq mi) |
| Population (2020) | 147,547 |
| Density (2020) | 251 / km2 (649 / sq mi) |
| Coordinates | 6° 58' North, 126° 13' East (6.9614, 126.2147) |
| Estimated elevation above sea level | 77.8 meters (255.2 feet) |
Mati is a coastal component city in the province of Davao Oriental. It serves as the provincial capital.
The city has a land area of 588.63 square kilometers or 227.27 square miles which constitutes 10.36% of Davao Oriental's total area. Its population as determined by the 2020 Census was 147,547. This represented 25.60% of the total population of Davao Oriental province, or 2.81% of the overall population of the Davao Region. Based on these figures, the population density is computed at 251 inhabitants per square kilometer or 649 inhabitants per square mile.
Barangays
Mati has 26 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Badas | 4.77% | 7,042 | 6,916 | 1.82% | 0.38% |
| Bobon | 3.43% | 5,057 | 4,539 | 11.41% | 2.30% |
| Buso | 2.56% | 3,784 | 2,078 | 82.10% | 13.45% |
| Cabuaya | 1.46% | 2,152 | 2,042 | 5.39% | 1.11% |
| Central | 23.69% | 34,947 | 36,485 | -4.22% | -0.90% |
| Culian | 1.22% | 1,797 | 1,677 | 7.16% | 1.47% |
| Dahican | 12.37% | 18,253 | 16,212 | 12.59% | 2.53% |
| Danao | 0.49% | 722 | 801 | -9.86% | -2.16% |
| Dawan | 2.71% | 4,002 | 3,946 | 1.42% | 0.30% |
| Don Enrique Lopez | 2.91% | 4,296 | 3,853 | 11.50% | 2.32% |
| Don Martin Marundan | 3.30% | 4,866 | 3,722 | 30.74% | 5.80% |
| Don Salvador Lopez, Sr. | 3.18% | 4,688 | 5,137 | -8.74% | -1.91% |
| Langka | 0.85% | 1,251 | 1,207 | 3.65% | 0.76% |
| Lawigan | 2.17% | 3,202 | 2,994 | 6.95% | 1.42% |
| Libudon | 1.69% | 2,492 | 2,168 | 14.94% | 2.98% |
| Luban | 0.87% | 1,288 | 1,219 | 5.66% | 1.17% |
| Macambol | 3.36% | 4,952 | 4,383 | 12.98% | 2.60% |
| Mamali | 1.56% | 2,295 | 2,151 | 6.69% | 1.37% |
| Matiao | 11.00% | 16,234 | 14,837 | 9.42% | 1.91% |
| Mayo | 2.21% | 3,261 | 3,591 | -9.19% | -2.01% |
| Sainz | 7.03% | 10,377 | 10,754 | -3.51% | -0.75% |
| Sanghay | 1.01% | 1,495 | 1,623 | -7.89% | -1.71% |
| Tagabakid | 1.10% | 1,630 | 1,829 | -10.88% | -2.40% |
| Tagbinonga | 1.09% | 1,613 | 1,453 | 11.01% | 2.22% |
| Taguibo | 1.56% | 2,303 | 2,390 | -3.64% | -0.78% |
| Tamisan | 2.40% | 3,548 | 3,134 | 13.21% | 2.65% |
| Mati Total | 147,547 | 141,141 | 4.54% | 0.94% | |
Economy
The annual regular revenue of Mati for the fiscal year of 2016 was ₱812,896,522.17.
details
| Fiscal Year | Annual Regular Income | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 318,953,392.10 | – |
| 2010 | 213,452,777.07 | -33.08% |
| 2011 | 228,435,390.73 | 7.02% |
| 2012 | 550,177,659.76 | 140.85% |
| 2013 | 588,517,097.99 | 6.97% |
| 2014 | 654,302,696.58 | 11.18% |
| 2015 | 749,492,230.98 | 14.55% |
| 2016 | 812,896,522.17 | 8.46% |
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Demographics
Households
The household population of Mati in the 2015 Census was 139,932 broken down into 32,492 households or an average of 4.31 members per household.
details
| Census date | Household population | Number of households | Average household size |
|---|---|---|---|
| 92,886 | 16,798 | 5.53 | |
| 93,624 | 18,228 | 5.14 | |
| 105,731 | 21,293 | 4.97 | |
| 121,560 | 25,517 | 4.76 | |
| 125,727 | 29,046 | 4.33 | |
| 139,932 | 32,492 | 4.31 |
Population by age group
According to the 2015 Census, the age group with the highest population in Mati is 15 to 19, with 15,787 individuals. Conversely, the age group with the lowest population is 80 and over, with 1,090 individuals.
details
| Age group | Population (2015) | Age group percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1 | 2,941 | 2.08% |
| 1 to 4 | 12,399 | 8.78% |
| 5 to 9 | 15,428 | 10.93% |
| 10 to 14 | 15,421 | 10.93% |
| 15 to 19 | 15,787 | 11.19% |
| 20 to 24 | 12,611 | 8.94% |
| 25 to 29 | 10,548 | 7.47% |
| 30 to 34 | 8,956 | 6.35% |
| 35 to 39 | 8,856 | 6.27% |
| 40 to 44 | 8,162 | 5.78% |
| 45 to 49 | 7,445 | 5.27% |
| 50 to 54 | 6,374 | 4.52% |
| 55 to 59 | 5,332 | 3.78% |
| 60 to 64 | 3,922 | 2.78% |
| 65 to 69 | 2,759 | 1.95% |
| 70 to 74 | 1,820 | 1.29% |
| 75 to 79 | 1,290 | 0.91% |
| 80 and over | 1,090 | 0.77% |
| Total | 141,141 | 100.00% |
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Historical population
The population of Mati grew from 1,365 in 1903 to 147,547 in 2020, an increase of 146,182 people over the course of 117 years. The latest census figures in 2020 denote a positive growth rate of 0.94%, or an increase of 6,406 people, from the previous population of 141,141 in 2015.
details
| Census date | Population | Growth rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1,365 | – | |
| 7,649 | 11.50% | |
| 10,200 | 1.45% | |
| 11,562 | 1.29% | |
| 23,479 | 6.43% | |
| 53,242 | 8.34% | |
| 73,125 | 6.57% | |
| 78,178 | 1.34% | |
| 93,023 | 1.75% | |
| 93,801 | 0.16% | |
| 105,908 | 2.64% | |
| 122,046 | 1.98% | |
| 126,143 | 1.21% | |
| 141,141 | 2.16% | |
| 147,547 | 0.94% |
The total number of registered voters or electorate in Mati for the year 2019 was 85,289, broken down into 42,902 males and 42,387 females.
Location
The city center of Mati is situated at approximately 6° 58' North, 126° 13' East, in the island of Mindanao. Elevation at these coordinates is estimated at 77.8 meters or 255.2 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 Mati are Samal, Davao del Norte, Davao City, Panabo, Davao del Norte, Tagum, Davao del Norte, Digos, Davao del Sur, and Kidapawan, Cotabato. The nearest municipalities are San Isidro, Davao Oriental, Banaybanay, Davao Oriental, Lupon, Davao Oriental, Tarragona, Davao Oriental, Governor Generoso, Davao Oriental, and Pantukan, Davao de Oro. Its distance from the national capital is 1,018.99 kilometers (633.17 miles). The following list delineates such distance measurements.
great-circle distance
Nearest towns
- San Isidro, Davao Oriental, 19.01 kilometers (11.81 miles) to the Southwest (S43°W)
- Banaybanay, Davao Oriental, 21.98 kilometers (13.66 miles) to the West (S90°W)
- Lupon, Davao Oriental, 22.54 kilometers (14.00 miles) to the West‑Southwest (S72°W)
- Tarragona, Davao Oriental, 28.54 kilometers (17.73 miles) to the East‑Northeast (N70°E)
- Governor Generoso, Davao Oriental, 36.93 kilometers (22.94 miles) to the South‑Southwest (S23°W)
- Pantukan, Davao de Oro, 38.97 kilometers (24.21 miles) to the West‑Northwest (N61°W)
Nearest cities
- Samal, Davao del Norte, 56.38 kilometers (35.03 miles) to the West‑Northwest (N77°W)
- Davao City, 67.03 kilometers (41.65 miles) to the West (N80°W)
- Panabo, Davao del Norte, 68.92 kilometers (42.83 miles) to the West‑Northwest (N57°W)
- Tagum, Davao del Norte, 69.28 kilometers (43.05 miles) to the Northwest (N39°W)
- Digos, Davao del Sur, 96.94 kilometers (60.24 miles) to the West‑Southwest (S76°W)
- Kidapawan, Cotabato, 123.27 kilometers (76.60 miles) to the West (N88°W)
Distance from Manila: 1,018.99 kilometers (633.17 miles) to the North‑Northwest (N33°W)
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.