Largest Cities in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao

Top 55 cities ranked by largest cities

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Largest Cities — Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao

1 Budta 1,273,715

2 Cotabato 383,383

3 Marawi City 259,993

4 Sultan Kudarat 124,965

5 Dinaig 116,768

6 Jolo 101,002

7 City of Isabela 67,336

8 Buluan 60,931

9 Parang 44,930

10 Sultan sa Barongis 39,182

11 Maluso 31,374

12 General Salipada K. Pendatun 31,263

13 Pagaluñgan 31,052

14 Bongao 26,518

15 Al-Barka 23,736

16 Talitay 19,750

17 Wao 17,845

18 Maganoy 17,394

19 Sitangkai 17,200

20 Kansipati 14,552

21 Dalican 13,918

22 Siasi 12,566

23 South Upi 12,538

24 Anuling 10,039

25 Lu-uk 9,558

26 Dalumangcob 9,424

27 Upi 9,358

28 Languyan 8,900

29 New Batu Batu 8,881

30 Awang 8,417

31 Tampakan 8,306

32 Tuburan 8,204

33 Datu Piang 8,178

34 Laminusa 8,113

35 Bugasan 7,754

36 Karungdong 7,269

37 Lugus 7,167

38 Kulase 7,148

39 Balimbing 7,102

40 Digal 6,810

41 Badak 6,653

42 Tongouson 6,267

43 Bayang 6,176

44 Lamitan City 6,114

45 Punay 6,099

46 Butig 6,016

47 Talipaw 5,977

48 Pagalungan 5,932

49 Simbahan 5,573

50 Kajatian 5,436

51 Sanga-Sanga 5,295

52 Litayan 5,294

53 Dado 5,184

54 Kauran 5,120

55 Bayanga 5,087

The largest cities in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao represent major centers of economic activity, cultural influence, and population growth. Budta leads with a population of 1,273,715, followed by Cotabato and Marawi City. These cities serve as hubs for employment, education, and innovation, attracting residents from across the country and around the world.

Population size is a key indicator of a city's economic influence and infrastructure capacity. Larger cities typically offer more diverse job markets, extensive public transit systems, and a wider range of cultural amenities. 14 dominates the top 10 with 10 cities on the list, reflecting the state's strong economic pull and quality of life.

While large populations bring economic advantages, they also present challenges including higher costs of living, traffic congestion, and housing affordability concerns. Many of these cities have experienced significant growth over the past decade, driven by job opportunities in technology, healthcare, and professional services.

Did You Know?

1. Budta's population is larger than that of several U.S. states.
2. 14 has 10 cities in the top 10, more than any other state.
3. The 50th largest city still has a population of 5,436 — larger than most cities worldwide.
4. The top 5 cities combined have a population of 2,158,824.

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