Located in San Marcelino, Zambales, Barangay La Paz (Pob.) is one of 18 barangays in the municipality of San Marcelino. It had a population of 1,504 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Filcar Jarata Aspiras(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay La Paz (Pob.) · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay La Paz (Pob.)
Situated in San Marcelino, Zambales, Barangay La Paz (Pob.) is one of 18 barangays that make up the municipality within Central Luzon.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay La Paz (Pob.) had a population of 1,504. This made it the 15th largest of 18 barangays in San Marcelino by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay La Paz (Pob.) accounted for approximately 3.80% of the total population of San Marcelino, which stood at 39,542 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 La Paz (Pob.) changed from 1,428 to 1,504, a shift of +5.3% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in San Marcelino. Barangay La Paz (Pob.) is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
San Marcelino is a municipality comprising 18 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay La Paz (Pob.), including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Zambales, which contains 247 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay La Paz (Pob.) ranks 169th by 2024 POPCEN population. Zambales is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay La Paz (Pob.) 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 San Marcelino 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 La Paz (Pob.) from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,236
—
—
2020 CPH
1,428
+192
+15.5%
2024 POPCEN
1,504
+76
+5.3%
2015–2020: +15.5% total (+2.93%/yr).2020–2024: +5.3% total (+1.30%/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 San Marcelino
15thof 18
Among the smaller barangays of San Marcelino by population.
Share of San Marcelino
3.8%
of the municipality's total 39,542 residents.
Rank in Zambales
169thof 247
Province-wide percentile: 32.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
San Marcelino (municipality) class
1st
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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay La Paz (Pob.) in San Marcelino during office hours to request any of the following.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay La Paz (Pob.)
Where is Barangay La Paz (Pob.) located?▾
Barangay La Paz (Pob.) is a barangay in the municipality of San Marcelino, Zambales, Central Luzon, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay La Paz (Pob.) hall?▾
Barangay La Paz (Pob.) is located in San Marcelino, Zambales, Central Luzon, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay La Paz (Pob.)?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay La Paz (Pob.) is Filcar Jarata Aspiras (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay La Paz (Pob.)?▾
You can contact Barangay La Paz (Pob.) via phone at 09949282238.
What municipality is Barangay La Paz (Pob.) part of?▾
Barangay La Paz (Pob.) is one of 18 barangays in the municipality of San Marcelino, Zambales, Philippines.
Is Barangay La Paz (Pob.) urban or rural?▾
Barangay La Paz (Pob.) 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 San Marcelino?▾
San Marcelino is classified as a 1st 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 La Paz (Pob.).
Has the population of Barangay La Paz (Pob.) been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay La Paz (Pob.) went from 1,428 residents to 1,504 — a change of +5.3% 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 La Paz (Pob.) in?▾
Barangay La Paz (Pob.) is part of the Central Luzon administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Luzon, the barangay falls under the province of Zambales, and is one of 18 barangays administered by San Marcelino.
How many barangays are in San Marcelino?▾
San Marcelino has 18 barangays, including Barangay La Paz (Pob.). You can browse the full list on our San Marcelino page.
How many residents does Barangay La Paz (Pob.) have?▾
Barangay La Paz (Pob.) had a population of 1,504 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay La Paz (Pob.)?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for San Marcelino is 2207. 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 La Paz (Pob.), confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay La Paz (Pob.) 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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