Situated in the municipality of Santo Tomas, Isabela, Barangay San Rafael Abajo is one of the administrative divisions of Cagayan Valley. It had a population of 707 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Pepito Paguigan Umayam(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay San Rafael Abajo · Data updated 2026-06-30
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+19.8% since 2015
Population history of Barangay San Rafael Abajo from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
590
—
—
2020 CPH
667
+77
+13.1%
2024 POPCEN
707
+40
+6.0%
2015–2020: +13.1% total (+2.48%/yr).2020–2024: +6.0% total (+1.47%/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 Santo Tomas
18thof 27
Among the lower half of Santo Tomas by population.
Share of Santo Tomas
2.7%
of the municipality's total 25,997 residents.
Rank in Isabela
827thof 1,055
Province-wide percentile: 22.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Santo Tomas (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.
About Barangay San Rafael Abajo
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay San Rafael Abajo is one of the administrative divisions of Santo Tomas in Isabela, Cagayan Valley, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay San Rafael Abajo had a population of 707. This made it the 18th largest of 27 barangays in Santo Tomas by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay San Rafael Abajo accounted for approximately 2.72% of the total population of Santo Tomas, which stood at 25,997 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 667 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 707 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +6.0%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay San Rafael Abajo is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Santo Tomas is a municipality of 27 barangays, of which Barangay San Rafael Abajo is one. Within the wider province of Isabela, which contains 1,055 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay San Rafael Abajo ranks 827th by 2024 POPCEN population. Isabela 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 Santo Tomas 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 San Rafael Abajo
Where is Barangay San Rafael Abajo located?▾
Barangay San Rafael Abajo is a barangay in the municipality of Santo Tomas, Isabela, Cagayan Valley, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay San Rafael Abajo hall?▾
Barangay San Rafael Abajo is located in Santo Tomas, Isabela, Cagayan Valley, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay San Rafael Abajo?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay San Rafael Abajo is Pepito Paguigan Umayam (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay San Rafael Abajo?▾
You can contact Barangay San Rafael Abajo via phone at 09660686364.
What municipality is Barangay San Rafael Abajo part of?▾
Barangay San Rafael Abajo is one of 27 barangays in the municipality of Santo Tomas, Isabela, Philippines.
Is Barangay San Rafael Abajo urban or rural?▾
Barangay San Rafael Abajo 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 Santo Tomas?▾
Santo Tomas 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 San Rafael Abajo.
Has the population of Barangay San Rafael Abajo been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay San Rafael Abajo went from 667 residents to 707 — a change of +6.0% 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 San Rafael Abajo in?▾
Barangay San Rafael Abajo is part of the Cagayan Valley administrative region of the Philippines. Within Cagayan Valley, the barangay falls under the province of Isabela, and is one of 27 barangays administered by Santo Tomas.
How many barangays are in Santo Tomas?▾
Santo Tomas has 27 barangays, including Barangay San Rafael Abajo. You can browse the full list on our Santo Tomas page.
How many residents does Barangay San Rafael Abajo have?▾
Barangay San Rafael Abajo had a population of 707 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay San Rafael Abajo?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Santo Tomas is 3327. 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 San Rafael Abajo, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay San Rafael Abajo 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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