Barangay Salvador is a barangay in Gutalac, Zamboanga Del Norte, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Gutalac. It had a population of 2,270 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 Gutalac. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Ernestino Tuala Apostol(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Salvador · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Salvador
Classified as a mid-sized barangay, Barangay Salvador is one of the administrative divisions of Gutalac in Zamboanga Del Norte, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Salvador had a population of 2,270. This made it the 2nd largest of 33 barangays in Gutalac by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Salvador accounted for approximately 6.05% of the total population of Gutalac, which stood at 37,512 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 2,118 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 2,270 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +7.2%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Salvador is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Gutalac is a municipality comprising 33 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Salvador, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Zamboanga Del Norte, which contains 691 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Salvador ranks 117th by 2024 POPCEN population. Zamboanga Del Norte is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Salvador 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 Gutalac 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 Salvador from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,649
—
—
2020 CPH
2,118
+469
+28.4%
2024 POPCEN
2,270
+152
+7.2%
2015–2020: +28.4% total (+5.13%/yr).2020–2024: +7.2% total (+1.75%/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 Gutalac
2ndof 33
Among the top 10% of Gutalac by population.
Share of Gutalac
6.1%
of the municipality's total 37,512 residents.
Rank in Zamboanga Del Norte
117thof 691
Province-wide percentile: 83.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Gutalac (municipality) class
2nd
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Salvador
Where is Barangay Salvador located?▾
Barangay Salvador is a barangay in the municipality of Gutalac, Zamboanga Del Norte, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Salvador hall?▾
Barangay Salvador is located in Gutalac, Zamboanga Del Norte, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Salvador?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Salvador is Ernestino Tuala Apostol (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Salvador?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Salvador is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Gutalac LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Salvador part of?▾
Barangay Salvador is one of 33 barangays in the municipality of Gutalac, Zamboanga Del Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Salvador urban or rural?▾
Barangay Salvador 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 municipality.
What is the income classification of Gutalac?▾
Gutalac is classified as a 2nd 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 Salvador.
Has the population of Barangay Salvador been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Salvador went from 2,118 residents to 2,270 — a change of +7.2% 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 Salvador in?▾
Barangay Salvador is part of the Zamboanga Peninsula administrative region of the Philippines. Within Zamboanga Peninsula, the barangay falls under the province of Zamboanga Del Norte, and is one of 33 barangays administered by Gutalac.
How many barangays are in Gutalac?▾
Gutalac has 33 barangays, including Barangay Salvador. You can browse the full list on our Gutalac page.
How many residents does Barangay Salvador have?▾
Barangay Salvador had a population of 2,270 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Salvador?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Gutalac is 7118. 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 Salvador, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Salvador 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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