All Countries
Santa Cruz, Philippines
Ilocos · Philippines
Santa Cruz is a small town in Ilocos, Philippines with a population of 2,826. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
Discover Santa Cruz, Philippines
Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.
About Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz (, officially the Municipality of Santa Cruz, is a municipality in the province of Ilocos Sur, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 41,296 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,826 |
| Population Density | 82 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.0856°, 120.4522° |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
| Country | 🇵🇭 Philippines |
| State / Province | Ilocos |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 100.3 inches (2,547 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz is a small town in Philippines (Ilocos) with a population of 2,826. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 100.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Manila.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.6°F |
| 49% above Philippines avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 210 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 34.3 sq mi (88.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 82/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.0856°N, 120.4522°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.1 m (0 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2022 | N. LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 11 | 62 km |
| 1983 | LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | — | 16 | 135 km |
| 1915 | W. LUZON ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 143 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ambalatungan Group (74 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ambalatungan Group | Compound | 2,329 m (7,641 ft) | Unknown | 74 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 7.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 14.6 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 25.8 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 26.4 in | Wettest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 14.7 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 0.4 in |
Santa Cruz has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 77°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 100.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (26.4") and January the driest (0.2").
Schools in Santa Cruz
23 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dili Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Daligan Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Banay Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Calaoaan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Padaoil Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lantag Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Besalan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Amarao Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Amarao National High School | — | — | — | — |
| Bacsayan Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nagtenga Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Dili National High School | — | — | — | — |
| San Jose Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sidaoen Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Santa Cruz Central School | — | — | — | — |
| Pinipin Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sagat Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Quinsoriano Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Pilar Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Villa Hermosa Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Capariaan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bayugao Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Babayoan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Santa Cruz
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Love Radio Laoag | — | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Love Radio Tuguegarao | — | MP3 64 kbps |
Libraries in Santa Cruz
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burgos Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Candon City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nagrebcan Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santa Cruz
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangar Public Market | |||||
| Bitalag Market | |||||
| Candon Public Market | |||||
| Farmer's Wet Market | |||||
| Luna Public Market | |||||
| Santa Cruz Public Market | |||||
| Santa Lucia Public Market | |||||
| Sudipen Farmers Public Market | |||||
| Tagudin Public Market |
Restaurants in Santa Cruz
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Santa Cruz
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Loakan Airport | BAG | Medium Airport |
| San Fernando Airport | SFE | Medium Airport |
| Lepanto Mines Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Vigan Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa Cruz
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Methodist Church Chapel | |
| Saint Joseph the Worker Parish | |
| Seventh-day Adventist | |
| Sta. Cruz Church |
Quick Facts
🇵🇭 About Philippines
Public Holidays in Philippines
18 public holidays this year
Download Full City Report
Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Santa Cruz.
Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Santa Cruz
What is the population of Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz has a population of 2,826 residents and is located in Philippines. The population density is 82 people per square mile, spread across 34.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 210 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 100.3 inches.