The Gateway to Cagayan Valley
Economic Strengths
- Agriculture (rice, corn, tobacco)
- Fishing
- Tourism (beaches, waterfalls)
- Mining (gold, copper)
- Small-scale industries (crafts, food processing)
Demographic Advantages
- Young population (30.43% aged 14 and below)
- Growing workforce (63.95% aged 15-64)
- Median age: 25
Key Attractions
- Tuguegarao (capital)
- Babuyan Islands
- Palaui Island
- Callao Cave
- Magapit Suspension Bridge
Opportunities
- Agricultural modernization
- Tourism expansion
- Infrastructure development
- Mining investments
- Human resource development
Challenges
- Poverty reduction
- Environmental conservation
- Disaster resilience
- Infrastructure upgrades
- Brain drain
Why Invest in Cagayan?
Cagayan offers:
- Strategic location (Cagayan Valley)
- Natural resources
- Growing workforce
- Government support
- Cultural heritage
| Name | City/ Municipality | Population (2020) | Population (2015) | Annual Population Growth Rate (2015‑2020) | Area (km2) | Density (2020), per km2 | Brgy count |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abulug | municipality | 34,579 | 32,497 | 1.32% | 162.60 | 213 | 20 |
| Alcala | municipality | 41,295 | 38,883 | 1.28% | 168.64 | 245 | 25 |
| Allacapan | municipality | 35,234 | 33,571 | 1.02% | 306.80 | 115 | 27 |
| Amulung | municipality | 50,336 | 47,860 | 1.07% | 264.51 | 190 | 47 |
| Aparri | municipality | 68,839 | 65,649 | 1.00% | 286.64 | 240 | 42 |
| Baggao | municipality | 87,753 | 82,782 | 1.24% | 995.49 | 88 | 48 |
| Ballesteros | municipality | 34,488 | 34,299 | 0.12% | 120.00 | 287 | 19 |
| Buguey | municipality | 32,148 | 30,175 | 1.34% | 164.50 | 195 | 30 |
| Calayan | municipality | 17,410 | 16,702 | 0.88% | 494.53 | 35 | 12 |
| Camalaniugan | municipality | 25,236 | 24,923 | 0.26% | 76.50 | 330 | 28 |
| Claveria | municipality | 31,900 | 29,921 | 1.36% | 194.80 | 164 | 41 |
| Enrile | municipality | 36,705 | 35,834 | 0.51% | 166.60 | 220 | 22 |
| Gattaran | municipality | 58,874 | 56,661 | 0.81% | 707.50 | 83 | 50 |
| Gonzaga | municipality | 41,680 | 38,892 | 1.47% | 567.43 | 73 | 25 |
| Iguig | municipality | 30,060 | 27,862 | 1.61% | 109.90 | 274 | 23 |
| Lal-lo | municipality | 48,733 | 44,506 | 1.93% | 702.80 | 69 | 35 |
| Lasam | municipality | 41,225 | 39,135 | 1.10% | 213.70 | 193 | 30 |
| Pamplona | municipality | 24,781 | 23,596 | 1.04% | 209.67 | 118 | 18 |
| Peñablanca | municipality | 50,300 | 48,584 | 0.73% | 1,246.23 | 40 | 24 |
| Piat | municipality | 24,805 | 23,597 | 1.06% | 181.81 | 136 | 18 |
| Rizal | municipality | 19,077 | 17,994 | 1.24% | 124.40 | 153 | 29 |
| Sanchez-Mira | municipality | 26,164 | 24,541 | 1.36% | 218.77 | 120 | 18 |
| Santa Ana | municipality | 35,688 | 32,906 | 1.72% | 440.81 | 81 | 16 |
| Santa Praxedes | municipality | 4,434 | 4,154 | 1.38% | 78.11 | 57 | 10 |
| Santa Teresita | municipality | 19,573 | 19,038 | 0.59% | 166.98 | 117 | 13 |
| Santo Niño | municipality | 28,537 | 27,219 | 1.00% | 423.13 | 67 | 31 |
| Solana | municipality | 88,445 | 82,502 | 1.48% | 234.60 | 377 | 38 |
| Tuao | municipality | 63,970 | 61,535 | 0.82% | 225.82 | 283 | 32 |
| Tuguegarao | city (CC), capital, regional center | 166,334 | 153,502 | 1.70% | 144.80 | 1,149 | 49 |
| Cagayan Total | 1,268,603 | 1,199,320 | 1.19% | 9,398.07 | 135 | 820 | |
Economy
| Fiscal Year | Annual Regular Income | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 1,160,371,494.00 | – |
| 2010 | 1,281,783,293.94 | 10.46% |
| 2011 | 1,377,741,046.56 | 7.49% |
| 2012 | 1,344,672,506.78 | -2.40% |
| 2013 | 1,461,644,943.25 | 8.70% |
| 2014 | 1,635,793,715.14 | 11.91% |
| 2015 | 1,796,934,828.23 | 9.85% |
| 2016 | 1,958,333,928.62 | 8.98% |
| End notes:Annual Regular Income = Locally Sourced Revenue + Internal Revenue Allotment (IRA) Current Year + Other Shares from National Tax CollectionLocally Sourced Revenue = Real Property Tax (General Fund) + Tax on Business + Other Taxes + Regulatory Fees + Service/User Charges + Receipts from Economic Enterprises | ||
Tourism
Cagayan is a hidden gem for tourists seeking unique experiences. The province boasts diverse attractions, from its pristine beaches along the Babuyan Channel to the breathtaking Sierra Madre Mountain Range. Tuguegarao City offers a taste of history and culture with its centuries-old St. Peter’s Cathedral and the Cagayan Provincial Museum and Historical Research Center.
Adventurers can explore the Callao Caves, known for its stunning limestone formations and underground chapel. The Palaui Island National Park, a marine and terrestrial protected area, entices nature enthusiasts with its rich biodiversity and pristine beaches.
Cagayan’s festivals, such as the Panagbenga Festival and the Paggay Festival, showcase the province’s vibrant culture and traditions.
