How many barangays are in City of Catbalogan?▾
City of Catbalogan has 57 barangays. You can browse the full alphabetical list on this page, with each barangay linking to its own page of officials, contact details, and address.
Where is City of Catbalogan located?▾
City of Catbalogan is a city in the province of Samar, in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines.
Is City of Catbalogan a city or municipality?▾
City of Catbalogan is a city (CC) in Samar, Philippines.
What province is City of Catbalogan in?▾
City of Catbalogan is located in the province of Samar, which is part of the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines.
What is the population of City of Catbalogan?▾
City of Catbalogan had a population of 107,896 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN. The city contains 57 barangays.
What is the largest barangay in City of Catbalogan by population?▾
The largest barangay in City of Catbalogan by population is Brgy. Mercedes with 12,964 residents. See the ranked list of the most populous barangays on this page.
How do I get a barangay clearance in City of Catbalogan?▾
To get a barangay clearance in City of Catbalogan, visit the barangay hall of your residential barangay during office hours (typically Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm), bring a valid government ID and proof of residency, state your purpose, and pay the processing fee (typically ₱50 to ₱100). Most barangays issue the clearance on the same day. See our complete guide to getting a barangay clearance in the Philippines for detailed step-by-step instructions.
When are the next barangay elections in the Philippines?▾
The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, per COMELEC Resolution No. 11191. All barangay officials across City of Catbalogan's 57 barangays — including the Punong Barangay, Kagawads, and SK officials — will be elected. Under Republic Act 12232, officials elected will serve a four-year term.
What is the ZIP code of City of Catbalogan?▾
The ZIP code for City of Catbalogan is 6700. This Philippine postal code is used for mail delivery across all 57 barangays in the city.
What is the income classification of City of Catbalogan?▾
City of Catbalogan is classified as a 5th city. Income classifications for Philippine local government units are based on the average annual regular income over a rolling period and determine fiscal capacity and administrative structure.
Is City of Catbalogan the capital of Samar?▾
Yes, City of Catbalogan is the provincial capital of Samar in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for City of Catbalogan was last updated on 2026-05-25. The list of barangays, population figures, and administrative classifications can change over time — always verify directly with the local government unit before relying on this information for official transactions.
