Located in Santa Maria, Bulacan, Barangay Sta. Cruz is one of 24 barangays in the municipality of Santa Maria. It had a population of 12,211 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Amado Santos Dela Cruz *(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Sta. Cruz · Data updated 2026-06-06
About Barangay Sta. Cruz
Classified as a large barangay, Barangay Sta. Cruz is one of the administrative divisions of Santa Maria in Bulacan, Central Luzon, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Sta. Cruz had a population of 12,211. This made it the 11th largest of 24 barangays in Santa Maria by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Sta. Cruz accounted for approximately 3.79% of the total population of Santa Maria, which stood at 322,525 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Sta. Cruz moved from 11,364 residents to 12,211, an intercensal change of +7.5%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Sta. Cruz is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Santa Maria is a municipality comprising 24 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Sta. Cruz, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Bulacan, which contains 569 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Sta. Cruz ranks 71st by 2024 POPCEN population. Bulacan 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 Santa Maria 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 Sta. Cruz from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
9,211
—
—
2020 CPH
11,364
+2,153
+23.4%
2024 POPCEN
12,211
+847
+7.5%
2015–2020: +23.4% total (+4.29%/yr).2020–2024: +7.5% total (+1.81%/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 Santa Maria
11thof 24
Among the upper half of Santa Maria by population.
Share of Santa Maria
3.8%
of the municipality's total 322,525 residents.
Rank in Bulacan
71stof 569
Province-wide percentile: 88.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Santa Maria (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Sta. Cruz
Where is Barangay Sta. Cruz located?▾
Barangay Sta. Cruz is a barangay in the municipality of Santa Maria, Bulacan, Central Luzon, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Sta. Cruz hall?▾
Barangay Sta. Cruz is located in Santa Maria, Bulacan, Central Luzon, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Sta. Cruz?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Sta. Cruz is Amado Santos Dela Cruz * (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Sta. Cruz?▾
You can contact Barangay Sta. Cruz via phone at 09512947151.
What municipality is Barangay Sta. Cruz part of?▾
Barangay Sta. Cruz is one of 24 barangays in the municipality of Santa Maria, Bulacan, Philippines.
Is Barangay Sta. Cruz urban or rural?▾
Barangay Sta. Cruz 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 Santa Maria?▾
Santa Maria 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 Sta. Cruz.
Has the population of Barangay Sta. Cruz been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Sta. Cruz went from 11,364 residents to 12,211 — a change of +7.5% 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 Sta. Cruz in?▾
Barangay Sta. Cruz is part of the Central Luzon administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Luzon, the barangay falls under the province of Bulacan, and is one of 24 barangays administered by Santa Maria.
How many barangays are in Santa Maria?▾
Santa Maria has 24 barangays, including Barangay Sta. Cruz. You can browse the full list on our Santa Maria page.
How many residents does Barangay Sta. Cruz have?▾
Barangay Sta. Cruz had a population of 12,211 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Sta. Cruz?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Santa Maria is 3022. 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 Sta. Cruz, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Sta. Cruz was last updated on 2026-06-06. 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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