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Punong Barangay
Eduardo Wata Garcia(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Lower Marber · Data updated 2026-06-30
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+12.4% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Lower Marber from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,314
—
—
2020 CPH
1,476
+162
+12.3%
2024 POPCEN
1,477
+1
+0.1%
2015–2020: +12.3% total (+2.35%/yr).2020–2024: +0.1% total (+0.02%/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 Matanao
18thof 33
Among the lower half of Matanao by population.
Share of Matanao
2.4%
of the municipality's total 62,773 residents.
Rank in Davao Del Sur
314thof 414
Province-wide percentile: 24.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Matanao (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.
About Barangay Lower Marber
Situated in Matanao, Davao Del Sur, Barangay Lower Marber is one of 33 barangays that make up the municipality within Davao Region.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Lower Marber had a population of 1,477. This made it the 18th largest of 33 barangays in Matanao by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Lower Marber accounted for approximately 2.35% of the total population of Matanao, which stood at 62,773 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Between the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and the 2024 POPCEN, the population of Barangay Lower Marber changed from 1,476 to 1,477, a shift of +0.1% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with slowly expanding populations in Matanao. Barangay Lower Marber is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Matanao is a municipality of 33 barangays, of which Barangay Lower Marber is one. Within the wider province of Davao Del Sur, which contains 414 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Lower Marber ranks 314th by 2024 POPCEN population. Davao Del Sur 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 Matanao 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 Lower Marber
Where is Barangay Lower Marber located?▾
Barangay Lower Marber is a barangay in the municipality of Matanao, Davao Del Sur, Davao Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Lower Marber hall?▾
Barangay Lower Marber is located in Matanao, Davao Del Sur, Davao Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Lower Marber?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Lower Marber is Eduardo Wata Garcia (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Lower Marber?▾
You can contact Barangay Lower Marber via phone at 09811677542.
What municipality is Barangay Lower Marber part of?▾
Barangay Lower Marber is one of 33 barangays in the municipality of Matanao, Davao Del Sur, Philippines.
Is Barangay Lower Marber urban or rural?▾
Barangay Lower Marber 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 Matanao?▾
Matanao 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 Lower Marber.
Has the population of Barangay Lower Marber been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Lower Marber went from 1,476 residents to 1,477 — a change of +0.1% over the intercensal period. The barangay is broadly stable based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Lower Marber in?▾
Barangay Lower Marber is part of the Davao Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Davao Region, the barangay falls under the province of Davao Del Sur, and is one of 33 barangays administered by Matanao.
How many barangays are in Matanao?▾
Matanao has 33 barangays, including Barangay Lower Marber. You can browse the full list on our Matanao page.
How many residents does Barangay Lower Marber have?▾
Barangay Lower Marber had a population of 1,477 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Lower Marber?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Matanao is 8003. 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 Lower Marber, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Lower Marber 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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