Barangay Media Once is a barangay in City of Toledo, Cebu, under the jurisdiction of the City of Toledo. It had a population of 9,919 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Hilario Laspoña Alferez(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Media Once · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Media Once
Classified as a large barangay, Barangay Media Once is one of the administrative divisions of City of Toledo in Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Media Once had a population of 9,919. This made it the 5th largest of 38 barangays in City of Toledo by population, placing it in the upper half of the city. Residents of Barangay Media Once accounted for approximately 4.80% of the total population of City of Toledo, which stood at 206,692 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Media Once moved from 9,298 residents to 9,919, an intercensal change of +6.7%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Media Once is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
City of Toledo is a city comprising 38 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Media Once, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Cebu, which contains 1,203 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Media Once ranks 128th by 2024 POPCEN population. Cebu is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Media Once 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 Toledo 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 Media Once from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
7,128
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—
2020 CPH
9,298
+2,170
+30.4%
2024 POPCEN
9,919
+621
+6.7%
2015–2020: +30.4% total (+5.46%/yr).2020–2024: +6.7% total (+1.63%/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 Toledo
5thof 38
Among the top quartile of City of Toledo by population.
Share of City of Toledo
4.8%
of the city's total 206,692 residents.
Rank in Cebu
128thof 1,203
Province-wide percentile: 89.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
City of Toledo (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Media Once
Where is Barangay Media Once located?▾
Barangay Media Once is a barangay in the City of Toledo, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Media Once hall?▾
Barangay Media Once is located in City of Toledo, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Media Once?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Media Once is Hilario Laspoña Alferez (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Media Once?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Media Once is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official City of Toledo LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What city is Barangay Media Once part of?▾
Barangay Media Once is one of 38 barangays in the City of Toledo, Cebu, Philippines.
Is Barangay Media Once urban or rural?▾
Barangay Media Once 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 Toledo?▾
City of Toledo 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 Media Once.
Has the population of Barangay Media Once been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Media Once went from 9,298 residents to 9,919 — a change of +6.7% over the intercensal period. The barangay is growing significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Media Once in?▾
Barangay Media Once is part of the Central Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Cebu, and is one of 38 barangays administered by City of Toledo.
How many barangays are in City of Toledo?▾
City of Toledo has 38 barangays, including Barangay Media Once. You can browse the full list on our City of Toledo page.
How many residents does Barangay Media Once have?▾
Barangay Media Once had a population of 9,919 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Media Once?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for City of Toledo is 6038. 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 Media Once, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Media Once 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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