Barangay Baybay Santa Cruz is a barangay in City of Ozamiz, Misamis Occidental, under the jurisdiction of the City of Ozamiz. It had a population of 1,589 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 City of Ozamiz. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Isidro Edilo Cailing(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Baybay Santa Cruz · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Baybay Santa Cruz
Barangay Baybay Santa Cruz forms part of City of Ozamiz, a city in Misamis Occidental, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Baybay Santa Cruz had a population of 1,589. This made it the 27th largest of 51 barangays in City of Ozamiz by population, placing it in the middle tier of the city. Residents of Barangay Baybay Santa Cruz accounted for approximately 1.11% of the total population of City of Ozamiz, which stood at 143,620 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Between the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and the 2024 POPCEN, the population of Barangay Baybay Santa Cruz changed from 1,724 to 1,589, a shift of -7.8% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in City of Ozamiz. Barangay Baybay Santa Cruz is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
City of Ozamiz is a city comprising 51 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Baybay Santa Cruz, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Misamis Occidental, which contains 490 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Baybay Santa Cruz ranks 116th by 2024 POPCEN population. Misamis Occidental 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 Baybay Santa Cruz 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 City of Ozamiz 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 Baybay Santa Cruz from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,852
—
—
2020 CPH
1,724
-128
-6.9%
2024 POPCEN
1,589
-135
-7.8%
2015–2020: -6.9% total (-1.42%/yr).2020–2024: -7.8% total (-2.02%/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 Ozamiz
27thof 51
Among the lower half of City of Ozamiz by population.
Share of City of Ozamiz
1.1%
of the city's total 143,620 residents.
Rank in Misamis Occidental
116thof 490
Province-wide percentile: 77.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
City of Ozamiz (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 Baybay Santa Cruz
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Baybay Santa Cruz in City of Ozamiz 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 Baybay Santa Cruz
Where is Barangay Baybay Santa Cruz located?▾
Barangay Baybay Santa Cruz is a barangay in the City of Ozamiz, Misamis Occidental, Northern Mindanao, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Baybay Santa Cruz hall?▾
Barangay Baybay Santa Cruz is located in City of Ozamiz, Misamis Occidental, Northern Mindanao, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Baybay Santa Cruz?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Baybay Santa Cruz is Isidro Edilo Cailing (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Baybay Santa Cruz?▾
You can contact Barangay Baybay Santa Cruz via phone at 545-2337.
What city is Barangay Baybay Santa Cruz part of?▾
Barangay Baybay Santa Cruz is one of 51 barangays in the City of Ozamiz, Misamis Occidental, Philippines.
Is Barangay Baybay Santa Cruz urban or rural?▾
Barangay Baybay Santa Cruz is officially classified as urban by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Urban classification reflects higher population density and a more built-up character — typically more permanent housing, paved roads, and proximity to commercial activity than rural barangays in the same city.
What is the income classification of City of Ozamiz?▾
City of Ozamiz 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 Baybay Santa Cruz.
Has the population of Barangay Baybay Santa Cruz been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Baybay Santa Cruz went from 1,724 residents to 1,589 — a change of -7.8% 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 Baybay Santa Cruz in?▾
Barangay Baybay Santa Cruz is part of the Northern Mindanao administrative region of the Philippines. Within Northern Mindanao, the barangay falls under the province of Misamis Occidental, and is one of 51 barangays administered by City of Ozamiz.
How many barangays are in City of Ozamiz?▾
City of Ozamiz has 51 barangays, including Barangay Baybay Santa Cruz. You can browse the full list on our City of Ozamiz page.
How many residents does Barangay Baybay Santa Cruz have?▾
Barangay Baybay Santa Cruz had a population of 1,589 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Baybay Santa Cruz?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for City of Ozamiz is 7200. 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 Baybay Santa Cruz, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Baybay Santa Cruz 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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Helpful Guides for Residents of Barangay Baybay Santa Cruz
Information on Barangay Baybay Santa Cruz, City of Ozamiz is compiled from the following authoritative sources. Each citation links to the primary publisher.
Editorial process and update cadence documented in our methodology. Errors or corrections welcome via the submission form above. This page was last updated on 2026-05-24.
