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Bacong, Philippines

Central Visayas · 🇵🇭 Philippines

Bacong is a small city in Central Visayas, Philippines with a population of 5,091. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,091 Population 327/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
72.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Manila Timezone
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 8.7%
73% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
38% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

People

Population5,091
Median Age25.7 yrs
Density327/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,804
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty5.3%

Health

Obesity8.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking17.5%
Depression4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI191 (Unhealthy)
Rain72.4 in/yr
Sunny Days205/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband83.8%
Population5,091
Population Density327 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates9.2464°, 123.2956°
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Country🇵🇭 Philippines
State / ProvinceCentral Visayas
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation72.4 inches (1,838 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.7 years

Is Bacong a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bacong receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Bacong has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bacong has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 205 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 72.4 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 191.

Bacong has a population of 5,091 with a density of 327 people per square mile, spread across 15.6 square miles. The median age is 25.7 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. 11.0% of residents have a disability. 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,091
Total Population
327
People / sq mi
25.7yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg
15.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Bacong vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bacong vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bacong is N/A. Per capita income is $3,804 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 33.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Bacong vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,804

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
38% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living33.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Bacong, 8.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 33.8% have high blood pressure. 17.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 5.7% report binge drinking. 93.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Bacong vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity8.7%
73% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
High Blood Pressure33.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking5.7%
Physical Inactivity93.4%
Depression4.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Bacong has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 205 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 72.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median AQI of 191 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 5% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average79.0°F
46% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days205 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall72.4 inches
90% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median191.0
RatingUnhealthy
Good Days %4.5%

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area15.6 sq mi (40.3 km²)
Population Density327/sq mi
Coordinates9.2464°N, 123.2956°W
TimezoneAsia/Manila

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 4.1 in Coldest
February 77°F (25°C) 2.3 in Driest
March 79°F (26°C) 2.6 in
April 80°F (27°C) 2.5 in
May 81°F (27°C) 5.4 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 7.8 in
July 79°F (26°C) 8.6 in
August 79°F (26°C) 7.7 in
September 79°F (26°C) 8.1 in
October 79°F (26°C) 9.7 in Wettest
November 79°F (26°C) 8.0 in
December 78°F (26°C) 5.7 in

Bacong has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F — from 77°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 72.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.7") and February the driest (2.3").

21.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 37% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 83.8% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+90.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density327/sq mi
Total Area15.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Bacong

What is the population of Bacong?

Bacong has a population of 5,091 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 327 people per square mile, spread across 15.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 25.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is Bacong expensive to live in?

Bacong is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 33.8 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Bacong?

Bacong has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 205 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.4 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 191.

How is the job market in Bacong?

The job market in Bacong is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Bacong?

21.3% of adults in Bacong hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Bacong?

The obesity rate in Bacong is 8.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 17.5% of adults are smokers. 93.4% are physically inactive. 4.0% of residents report depression.

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