Barangay Buyacaoan is a barangay in Buguias, Benguet, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Buguias. It had a population of 3,964 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Simon Mariano Guinid SR.(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Buyacaoan · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Buyacaoan
Situated in Buguias, Benguet, Barangay Buyacaoan is one of 14 barangays that make up the municipality within CAR.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Buyacaoan had a population of 3,964. This made it the 4th largest of 14 barangays in Buguias by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Buyacaoan accounted for approximately 8.67% of the total population of Buguias, which stood at 45,703 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 3,884 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 3,964 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +2.1%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Buyacaoan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Buguias is a municipality comprising 14 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Buyacaoan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Benguet, which contains 269 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Buyacaoan ranks 53rd by 2024 POPCEN population. Benguet is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Buyacaoan 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 Buguias 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 Buyacaoan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
3,326
—
—
2020 CPH
3,884
+558
+16.8%
2024 POPCEN
3,964
+80
+2.1%
2015–2020: +16.8% total (+3.15%/yr).2020–2024: +2.1% total (+0.51%/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 Buguias
4thof 14
Among the top quartile of Buguias by population.
Share of Buguias
8.7%
of the municipality's total 45,703 residents.
Rank in Benguet
53rdof 269
Province-wide percentile: 81.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Buguias (municipality) class
3rd
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Buyacaoan
Where is Barangay Buyacaoan located?▾
Barangay Buyacaoan is a barangay in the municipality of Buguias, Benguet, CAR, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Buyacaoan hall?▾
Barangay Buyacaoan is located in Buguias, Benguet, CAR, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Buyacaoan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Buyacaoan is Simon Mariano Guinid SR. (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Buyacaoan?▾
You can contact Barangay Buyacaoan via phone at 09391160797.
What municipality is Barangay Buyacaoan part of?▾
Barangay Buyacaoan is one of 14 barangays in the municipality of Buguias, Benguet, Philippines.
Is Barangay Buyacaoan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Buyacaoan 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 Buguias?▾
Buguias is classified as a 3rd 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 Buyacaoan.
Has the population of Barangay Buyacaoan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Buyacaoan went from 3,884 residents to 3,964 — a change of +2.1% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly growing based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Buyacaoan in?▾
Barangay Buyacaoan is part of the CAR administrative region of the Philippines. Within CAR, the barangay falls under the province of Benguet, and is one of 14 barangays administered by Buguias.
How many barangays are in Buguias?▾
Buguias has 14 barangays, including Barangay Buyacaoan. You can browse the full list on our Buguias page.
How many residents does Barangay Buyacaoan have?▾
Barangay Buyacaoan had a population of 3,964 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Buyacaoan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Buguias is 2607. 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 Buyacaoan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Buyacaoan was last updated on 2026-05-24. 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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