How many barangays are in Murcia?▾
Murcia has 23 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 Murcia located?▾
Murcia is a municipality in the province of Negros Occidental, in the Negros Island Region region of the Philippines.
Is Murcia a city or municipality?▾
Murcia is a municipality in Negros Occidental, Philippines.
What province is Murcia in?▾
Murcia is located in the province of Negros Occidental, which is part of the Negros Island Region region of the Philippines.
What is the population of Murcia?▾
Murcia had a population of 90,123 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN. The municipality contains 23 barangays.
What is the largest barangay in Murcia by population?▾
The largest barangay in Murcia by population is Brgy. Minoyan with 13,310 residents. See the ranked list of the most populous barangays on this page.
How do I get a barangay clearance in Murcia?▾
To get a barangay clearance in Murcia, 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 Murcia's 23 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 Murcia?▾
The ZIP code for Murcia is 6129. This Philippine postal code is used for mail delivery across all 23 barangays in the municipality.
What is the income classification of Murcia?▾
Murcia is classified as a 1st 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 Murcia was last updated on 2026-05-28. 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.
