Barangay Cabrera is a local government unit in Dimasalang, Masbate, in the Bicol Region region of the Philippines. It had a population of 499 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Ramon Camay Masuangat(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Cabrera · Data updated 2026-06-30
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+20.2% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Cabrera from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
415
—
—
2020 CPH
408
-7
-1.7%
2024 POPCEN
499
+91
+22.3%
2015–2020: -1.7% total (-0.34%/yr).2020–2024: +22.3% total (+5.16%/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 Dimasalang
20thof 20
Among the smaller barangays of Dimasalang by population.
Share of Dimasalang
2.0%
of the municipality's total 25,054 residents.
Rank in Masbate
521stof 550
Province-wide percentile: 5.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Dimasalang (municipality) class
4th
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.
About Barangay Cabrera
Situated in Dimasalang, Masbate, Barangay Cabrera is one of 20 barangays that make up the municipality within Bicol Region.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Cabrera had a population of 499. This made it the 20th largest of 20 barangays in Dimasalang by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Cabrera accounted for approximately 1.99% of the total population of Dimasalang, which stood at 25,054 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Cabrera moved from 408 residents to 499, an intercensal change of +22.3%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Cabrera is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Dimasalang is a municipality of 20 barangays, of which Barangay Cabrera is one. Within the wider province of Masbate, which contains 550 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Cabrera ranks 521st by 2024 POPCEN population. Masbate 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 Dimasalang 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Cabrera
Where is Barangay Cabrera located?▾
Barangay Cabrera is a barangay in the municipality of Dimasalang, Masbate, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Cabrera hall?▾
Barangay Cabrera is located in Dimasalang, Masbate, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Cabrera?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Cabrera is Ramon Camay Masuangat (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Cabrera?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Cabrera is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Dimasalang LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Cabrera part of?▾
Barangay Cabrera is one of 20 barangays in the municipality of Dimasalang, Masbate, Philippines.
Is Barangay Cabrera urban or rural?▾
Barangay Cabrera 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 Dimasalang?▾
Dimasalang is classified as a 4th 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 Cabrera.
Has the population of Barangay Cabrera been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Cabrera went from 408 residents to 499 — a change of +22.3% 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 Cabrera in?▾
Barangay Cabrera is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Masbate, and is one of 20 barangays administered by Dimasalang.
How many barangays are in Dimasalang?▾
Dimasalang has 20 barangays, including Barangay Cabrera. You can browse the full list on our Dimasalang page.
How many residents does Barangay Cabrera have?▾
Barangay Cabrera had a population of 499 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Cabrera?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Dimasalang is 5403. 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 Cabrera, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Cabrera was last updated on 2026-06-30. 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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