Situated in the City of Tabaco, Albay, Barangay San Carlos is one of the administrative divisions of Bicol Region. It had a population of 3,632 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Andrea Borigas Brizuela(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay San Carlos · Data updated 2026-06-08
About Barangay San Carlos
Barangay San Carlos is a mid-sized barangay in the City of Tabaco, located in the province of Albay, in the Bicol Region region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay San Carlos had a population of 3,632. This made it the 14th largest of 47 barangays in City of Tabaco by population, placing it in the upper half of the city. Residents of Barangay San Carlos accounted for approximately 2.58% of the total population of City of Tabaco, which stood at 140,779 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 4,212 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 3,632 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -13.8%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay San Carlos is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
City of Tabaco is a city of 47 barangays, of which Barangay San Carlos is one. Within the wider province of Albay, which contains 720 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay San Carlos ranks 81st by 2024 POPCEN population. Albay is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
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 Tabaco 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 San Carlos from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
3,859
—
—
2020 CPH
4,212
+353
+9.1%
2024 POPCEN
3,632
-580
-13.8%
2015–2020: +9.1% total (+1.77%/yr).2020–2024: -13.8% total (-3.64%/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 Tabaco
14thof 47
Among the upper half of City of Tabaco by population.
Share of City of Tabaco
2.6%
of the city's total 140,779 residents.
Rank in Albay
81stof 720
Province-wide percentile: 89.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
City of Tabaco (city) class
4th
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay San Carlos
Where is Barangay San Carlos located?▾
Barangay San Carlos is a barangay in the City of Tabaco, Albay, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay San Carlos hall?▾
Barangay San Carlos is located in City of Tabaco, Albay, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay San Carlos?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay San Carlos is Andrea Borigas Brizuela (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay San Carlos?▾
You can contact Barangay San Carlos via phone at 09178102948.
What city is Barangay San Carlos part of?▾
Barangay San Carlos is one of 47 barangays in the City of Tabaco, Albay, Philippines.
Is Barangay San Carlos urban or rural?▾
Barangay San Carlos 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 Tabaco?▾
City of Tabaco is classified as a 4th 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 San Carlos.
Has the population of Barangay San Carlos been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay San Carlos went from 4,212 residents to 3,632 — a change of -13.8% 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 San Carlos in?▾
Barangay San Carlos is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Albay, and is one of 47 barangays administered by City of Tabaco.
How many barangays are in City of Tabaco?▾
City of Tabaco has 47 barangays, including Barangay San Carlos. You can browse the full list on our City of Tabaco page.
How many residents does Barangay San Carlos have?▾
Barangay San Carlos had a population of 3,632 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay San Carlos?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for City of Tabaco is 4511. 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 San Carlos, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay San Carlos was last updated on 2026-06-08. 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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