How many barangays are in General Macarthur?▾
General Macarthur has 30 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 General Macarthur located?▾
General Macarthur is a municipality in the province of Eastern Samar, in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines.
Is General Macarthur a city or municipality?▾
General Macarthur is a municipality in Eastern Samar, Philippines.
What province is General Macarthur in?▾
General Macarthur is located in the province of Eastern Samar, which is part of the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines.
What is the population of General Macarthur?▾
General Macarthur had a population of 14,606 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN. The municipality contains 30 barangays.
What is the largest barangay in General Macarthur by population?▾
The largest barangay in General Macarthur by population is Brgy. Vigan with 1,943 residents. See the ranked list of the most populous barangays on this page.
How do I get a barangay clearance in General Macarthur?▾
To get a barangay clearance in General Macarthur, 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 General Macarthur's 30 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 General Macarthur?▾
The ZIP code for General Macarthur is 6805. This Philippine postal code is used for mail delivery across all 30 barangays in the municipality.
What is the income classification of General Macarthur?▾
General Macarthur is classified as a 5th* municipality. 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.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for General Macarthur was last updated on 2026-05-24. 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.
