Located in Magsaysay, Misamis Oriental, Barangay Gumabon is one of 25 barangays in the municipality of Magsaysay. It had a population of 814 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Danielson Almapem Derecho(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Gumabon · Data updated 2026-05-28
About Barangay Gumabon
Situated in Magsaysay, Misamis Oriental, Barangay Gumabon is one of 25 barangays that make up the municipality within Northern Mindanao.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Gumabon had a population of 814. This made it the 16th largest of 25 barangays in Magsaysay by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Gumabon accounted for approximately 2.20% of the total population of Magsaysay, which stood at 37,084 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 857 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 814 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -5.0%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Gumabon is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Magsaysay is a municipality comprising 25 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Gumabon, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Misamis Oriental, which contains 504 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Gumabon ranks 375th by 2024 POPCEN population. Misamis Oriental is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
The barangay's legislative and executive affairs are handled by a Punong Barangay and the Sangguniang Barangay, elected nationwide during the Barangay and SK Elections. The next BSKE is scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, following the synchronized election schedule set by COMELEC Resolution No. 11191.
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 Magsaysay 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 Gumabon from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
677
—
—
2020 CPH
857
+180
+26.6%
2024 POPCEN
814
-43
-5.0%
2015–2020: +26.6% total (+4.83%/yr).2020–2024: -5.0% total (-1.28%/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 Magsaysay
16thof 25
Among the lower half of Magsaysay by population.
Share of Magsaysay
2.2%
of the municipality's total 37,084 residents.
Rank in Misamis Oriental
375thof 504
Province-wide percentile: 26.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Magsaysay (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Gumabon
Where is Barangay Gumabon located?▾
Barangay Gumabon is a barangay in the municipality of Magsaysay, Misamis Oriental, Northern Mindanao, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Gumabon hall?▾
Barangay Gumabon is located in Magsaysay, Misamis Oriental, Northern Mindanao, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Gumabon?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Gumabon is Danielson Almapem Derecho (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Gumabon?▾
You can contact Barangay Gumabon via phone at 09265672150.
What municipality is Barangay Gumabon part of?▾
Barangay Gumabon is one of 25 barangays in the municipality of Magsaysay, Misamis Oriental, Philippines.
Is Barangay Gumabon urban or rural?▾
Barangay Gumabon 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 Magsaysay?▾
Magsaysay 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 Gumabon.
Has the population of Barangay Gumabon been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Gumabon went from 857 residents to 814 — a change of -5.0% 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 Gumabon in?▾
Barangay Gumabon is part of the Northern Mindanao administrative region of the Philippines. Within Northern Mindanao, the barangay falls under the province of Misamis Oriental, and is one of 25 barangays administered by Magsaysay.
How many barangays are in Magsaysay?▾
Magsaysay has 25 barangays, including Barangay Gumabon. You can browse the full list on our Magsaysay page.
How many residents does Barangay Gumabon have?▾
Barangay Gumabon had a population of 814 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Gumabon?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Magsaysay is 9015. 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 Gumabon, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Gumabon was last updated on 2026-05-28. 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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