Barangay Costa Rica is a local government unit in Almagro, Samar, in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines. It had a population of 250 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
Under Republic Act 12232, elected barangay officials serve a four-year term. Make sure you are registered and know your polling place before election day.
Primary PHLPost ZIP for Almagro. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Leah Gualdada Tomamak(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Costa Rica · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Costa Rica
Barangay Costa Rica forms part of Almagro, a municipality in Samar, and is classified as a very small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Costa Rica had a population of 250. This made it the 17th largest of 23 barangays in Almagro by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Costa Rica accounted for approximately 2.92% of the total population of Almagro, which stood at 8,571 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 359 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 250 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -30.4%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Costa Rica is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Almagro is a municipality comprising 23 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Costa Rica, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Samar, which contains 951 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Costa Rica ranks 797th by 2024 POPCEN population. Samar is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Costa Rica is led by an elected Punong Barangay (barangay captain) supported by seven Sangguniang Barangay members (kagawads), an SK Chairperson, a Barangay Secretary, and a Barangay Treasurer. The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, with officials serving four-year terms under Republic Act No. 12232.
Compiled from official Philippine Statistics Authority census data and Philippine Standard Geographic Code records. Reviewed and published by the Barangay Directory editorial team. See our methodology for sources, verification process, and update cadence.
Important: Officials shown here reflect the 2023 - 2026 term. Barangay leadership can change due to resignation, succession, or special circumstances. Always verify directly with Almagro or the barangay hall before relying on this information for any official transaction, legal matter, or formal communication. The next Barangay and SK Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
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Population history of Barangay Costa Rica from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
408
—
—
2020 CPH
359
-49
-12.0%
2024 POPCEN
250
-109
-30.4%
2015–2020: -12.0% total (-2.53%/yr).2020–2024: -30.4% total (-8.65%/yr).
Source: PSA Census of Population (2015), Census of Population and Housing (2020), and POPCEN (2024) as published by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Figures are official as declared by Proclamation.
Comparative Context
2024 POPCEN
Rank in Almagro
17thof 23
Among the lower half of Almagro by population.
Share of Almagro
2.9%
of the municipality's total 8,571 residents.
Rank in Samar
797thof 951
Province-wide percentile: 16.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
5th
BLGF lower-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Almagro (municipality) class
5th
Parent municipality income class — influences LGU services and budget that reach this barangay.
Rankings derived from the most recent PSA population data for each barangay. Classifications sourced from the Philippine Statistics Authority and Bureau of Local Government Finance.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Costa Rica in Almagro during office hours to request any of the following.
Services listed are based on Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code of 1991). Specific requirements and fees vary by barangay. Always call the hall before visiting to confirm requirements and availability.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Costa Rica
Where is Barangay Costa Rica located?▾
Barangay Costa Rica is a barangay in the municipality of Almagro, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Costa Rica hall?▾
Barangay Costa Rica is located in Almagro, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Costa Rica?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Costa Rica is Leah Gualdada Tomamak (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Costa Rica?▾
You can contact Barangay Costa Rica via phone at 09054922369.
What municipality is Barangay Costa Rica part of?▾
Barangay Costa Rica is one of 23 barangays in the municipality of Almagro, Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Costa Rica urban or rural?▾
Barangay Costa Rica is officially classified as rural by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Rural classification is applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use — often agricultural, coastal, or upland areas with more dispersed housing.
What is the income classification of Almagro?▾
Almagro is classified as a 5th by the Bureau of Local Government Finance. This classification is based on the municipality's annual regular income and broadly indicates the size of the local government's budget for services like health, sanitation, peace and order, and infrastructure that reach barangays such as Barangay Costa Rica.
Has the population of Barangay Costa Rica been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Costa Rica went from 359 residents to 250 — a change of -30.4% over the intercensal period. The barangay is shrinking significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Costa Rica in?▾
Barangay Costa Rica is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Samar, and is one of 23 barangays administered by Almagro.
How many barangays are in Almagro?▾
Almagro has 23 barangays, including Barangay Costa Rica. You can browse the full list on our Almagro page.
How many residents does Barangay Costa Rica have?▾
Barangay Costa Rica had a population of 250 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Costa Rica?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Almagro is 6724. In most Philippine municipalities, this same ZIP applies to every barangay in the city. However, in NCR cities (Manila, Quezon City, Makati, etc.) and a few large cities like Cebu City, Davao City, and Baguio, each barangay may have its own ZIP code. For the most accurate ZIP for Barangay Costa Rica, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Costa Rica was last updated on 2026-05-26. Barangay leadership, contact information, and hours can change — always verify directly with the barangay hall before relying on this information for any official transaction.
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