Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo is a local government unit in City of Laoag, Ilocos Norte, in the Ilocos Region region of the Philippines. It had a population of 587 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.
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Punong Barangay
Dante Sarian Agustin(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo
Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo forms part of City of Laoag, a city in Ilocos Norte, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo had a population of 587. This made it the 79th largest of 80 barangays in City of Laoag by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the city. Residents of Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo accounted for approximately 0.52% of the total population of City of Laoag, which stood at 112,117 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo moved from 582 residents to 587, an intercensal change of +0.9%. The trajectory indicates a slowly expanding community. Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
City of Laoag is a city comprising 80 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Ilocos Norte, which contains 559 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo ranks 461st by 2024 POPCEN population. Ilocos Norte is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo is governed by an elected Sangguniang Barangay composed of a Punong Barangay and seven kagawads, with the Sangguniang Kabataan representing the youth. The next BSKE, set for Monday, November 2, 2026, will elect officials to four-year terms as provided 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 City of Laoag 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 No. 52-A, San Mateo from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
629
—
—
2020 CPH
582
-47
-7.5%
2024 POPCEN
587
+5
+0.9%
2015–2020: -7.5% total (-1.54%/yr).2020–2024: +0.9% total (+0.21%/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 City of Laoag
79thof 80
Among the smaller barangays of City of Laoag by population.
Share of City of Laoag
0.52%
of the city's total 112,117 residents.
Rank in Ilocos Norte
461stof 559
Province-wide percentile: 18.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
City of Laoag (city) class
3rd
Parent city 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.
What you can request at Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo in City of Laoag 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.
🆘Emergency Hotlines
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo
Where is Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo located?▾
Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo is a barangay in the City of Laoag, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo hall?▾
Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo is located in City of Laoag, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo is Dante Sarian Agustin (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo?▾
You can contact Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo via phone at 09292620081.
What city is Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo part of?▾
Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo is one of 80 barangays in the City of Laoag, Ilocos Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo urban or rural?▾
Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo 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 City of Laoag?▾
City of Laoag is classified as a 3rd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance. This classification is based on the city'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 No. 52-A, San Mateo.
Has the population of Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo went from 582 residents to 587 — a change of +0.9% over the intercensal period. The barangay is broadly stable based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo in?▾
Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo is part of the Ilocos Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Ilocos Region, the barangay falls under the province of Ilocos Norte, and is one of 80 barangays administered by City of Laoag.
How many barangays are in City of Laoag?▾
City of Laoag has 80 barangays, including Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo. You can browse the full list on our City of Laoag page.
How many residents does Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo have?▾
Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo had a population of 587 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for City of Laoag is 2900. 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 No. 52-A, San Mateo, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo was last updated on 2026-05-25. 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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Helpful Guides for Residents of Barangay No. 52-A, San Mateo
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Editorial process and update cadence documented in our methodology. Errors or corrections welcome via the submission form above. This page was last updated on 2026-05-25.
