Categories in Paoay
Gas StationBottled Water SupplierDairy FarmFarmingClothing storesChurchesCommunity CenterGovernment OfficeLocal Government OfficeReligionHardware storeHousing DevelopmentEducationEducational InstitutionElementary SchoolUniversityMuseumsTourist AttractionAsian RestaurantBakeriesCafesCoffee ShopGrocery stores and supermarketsRestaurantsSnack BarNurseries and garden suppliesEvent VenuePrint ShopApartment BuildingHousing ComplexConvenience storesGeneral StorePharmacyShoppingBasketball CourtBed and breakfastsHostelsHotels and motelsHousing SocietyInnLodgingTravel Agency
Industries
Business Distribution by Industry in Paoay
| Industry Description | Number of Establishments |
|---|---|
| Restaurants | 53 |
| Education | 40 |
| Public administration | 20 |
| Shopping | 17 |
| Religion | 16 |
| Travel agencies | 14 |
| Tractors and farm equipment | 14 |
| Grocery stores and supermarkets | 13 |
| Shopping other | 12 |
| Other accommodation | 11 |
| Cafes | 11 |
| Pharmacies and drug stores | 10 |
| Travel and transportation | 10 |
| Hotels and motels | 9 |
Paoay Facts
| Area | 65.1 km² |
| Population | 26,585 |
| Male Population | 13,320 (50.1%) |
| Female Population | 13,265 (49.9%) |
| Population change (1975 to 2020) | +386.0% |
| Population change (2000 to 2020) | +43.3% |
| Median Age | 27.9 years (Male: 27.2, Female: 28.7) |
| GDP per capita (PPP) | $5,639 (2022) |
| Area Codes | 77 |
| Neighborhoods | Brgy. 1 San Juan, Brgy. 11 Cabang-aran, Brgy. 12 San Blas, Brgy. 13 Dolores, Brgy. 14 Sangladan |
| Local Time | |
| Timezone | Philippine Standard Time |
| Lat & Lng | 18.06160, 120.52210 |
| Zip Codes | 2902 |
Map of Paoay
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Paoay Population
Years 1975 to 2030
| Data | 1975 | 1990 | 2000 | 2015 | 2020 | 2025* | 2030* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,470 | 14,100 | 18,547 | 23,854 | 26,585 | 27,993 | 29,279 |
| Population Density | 84.1 / km² | 216.7 / km² | 285.1 / km² | 366.6 / km² | 408.6 / km² | 430.2 / km² | 450 / km² |
* Projected
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up gridPaoay Population change from 2000 to 2020
Increase of 43.3% from year 2000 to 2020
| Location | Change since 1975 | Change since 1990 | Change since 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paoay | +386% | +88.5% | +43.3% |
| Philippines | — | — | — |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Paoay Median Age
Median Age: 27.9 years
| Location | Median Age | Median Age (Female) | Median Age (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paoay | 27.9 yrs | 28.7 yrs | 27.2 yrs |
| Philippines | 23.2 yrs | 23.6 yrs | 22.8 yrs |
Sources: CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
Paoay Population Density
Population Density: 409 / km²
| Location | Population | Area | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paoay | 26,585 | 65.1 km² | 409 / km² |
| Philippines | 96.6 million | 296,939.4 km² | 325 / km² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Paoay Historical and Projected Population
Estimated Population from 1880 to 2100
Sources:
- JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
- CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
- [Link] Klein Goldewijk, K., Beusen, A., Doelman, J., and Stehfest, E.: Anthropogenic land use estimates for the Holocene – HYDE 3.2, Earth Syst. Sci. Data, 9, 927–953, https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-9-927-2017, 2017.
Neighborhoods in Paoay
Percentage of businesses by neighborhood in Paoay
Area Codes
Percentage Area Codes used by businesses in Paoay
Price Distribution
Business distribution by price for Paoay
Human Development Index (HDI)
Statistic composite index of life expectancy, education, and per capita income.
Source: [Link] Kummu, M., Taka, M. &Guillaume, J. Gridded global datasets for Gross Domestic Product and Human Development Index over 1990–2015. Sci Data 5, 180004 (2018) doi:10.1038/sdata.2018.4
Paoay Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
GDP per capita, PPP (constant 2017 international $)
| Data | 1990 | 1995 | 2000 | 2005 | 2010 | 2015 | 2020 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GDP per capita | $1,224 | $1,244 | $1,634 | $2,184 | $2,652 | $3,545 | $4,173 | $5,639 |
| Total GDP | $5.1M | $6.3M | $10.1M | $15.4M | $18.4M | $28.1M | $32.1M | $55.4M |
Source: [Link] Kummu, M., Kosonen, M. & Masoumzadeh Sayyar, S. Downscaled gridded global dataset for gross domestic product (GDP) per capita PPP over 1990–2022. Sci Data 12, 178 (2025) doi:10.1038/s41597-025-04487-x
Paoay CO2 Emissions
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Emissions Per Capita in Tonnes Per Year
| Location | CO2 Emissions | CO2 Emissions Per Capita | CO2 Emissions Intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paoay | 29,590 tn | 1.11 tn | 454.8 tons/km² |
| Philippines | 104,920,564 tn | 1.09 tn | 353.3 tons/km² |
Sources: [Link] Moran, D., Kanemoto K; Jiborn, M., Wood, R., Többen, J., and Seto, K.C. (2018) Carbon footprints of 13,000 cities. Environmental Research Letters DOI: 10.1088/1748-9326/aac72a
Paoay CO2 Emissions
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) | 29,590 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) per capita | 1.11 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions intensity (tonnes/km²/year) | 454.8 tons/km² |
Natural Hazards Risk
Relative risk out of 10
| Hazard | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Earthquake | Medium (7) |
| Cyclone | High (10) |
* Risk, particularly concerning flood or landslide, may not be for the entire area.
Sources:
- Dilley, M., R.S. Chen, U. Deichmann, A.L. Lerner-Lam, M. Arnold, J. Agwe, P. Buys, O. Kjekstad, B. Lyon, and G. Yetman. 2005. Natural Disaster Hotspots: A Global Risk Analysis. Washington, D.C.: World Bank. https://doi.org/10.1596/0-8213-5930-4.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University, International Bank for Reconstruction and Development - The World Bank, and United Nations Environment Programme Global Resource Information Database Geneva - UNEP/GRID-Geneva. 2005. Global Cyclone Hazard Frequency and Distribution. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4CZ353K.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Earthquake Hazard Distribution - Peak Ground Acceleration. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4BZ63ZS.
Recent Nearby Earthquakes
Magnitude 3.0 and greater
| Date▼ | Time↕ | Magnitude↕ | Distance↕ | Depth↕ | Location↕ | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/25/19 | 7:00 PM | 4.6 | 28.8 km | 35,000 m | 7km N of Piddig, Philippines | usgs.gov |
| 2/24/19 | 7:27 PM | 4.5 | 37.7 km | 37,320 m | 15km NNW of Puro Pingit, Philippines | usgs.gov |
| 1/12/19 | 1:20 PM | 4.7 | 6.4 km | 49,240 m | 2km ENE of Batac City, Philippines | usgs.gov |
| 11/25/18 | 9:21 AM | 4.7 | 26.2 km | 30,120 m | 4km SE of Nueva Era, Philippines | usgs.gov |
| 10/30/18 | 1:32 AM | 4.6 | 5 km | 35,000 m | 1km WSW of Callaguip, Philippines | usgs.gov |
| 9/28/18 | 12:03 AM | 4.3 | 35.6 km | 10,000 m | 13km SE of Nueva Era, Philippines | usgs.gov |
| 9/5/18 | 2:25 AM | 4.3 | 41 km | 37,350 m | 10km NNW of Carasi, Philippines | usgs.gov |
| 6/6/18 | 9:12 AM | 4.5 | 13.8 km | 39,050 m | 1km SSE of San Lorenzo, Philippines | usgs.gov |
| 5/30/18 | 10:46 AM | 4.6 | 12.4 km | 52,710 m | 4km NW of Espiritu, Philippines | usgs.gov |
| 2/6/18 | 4:59 AM | 4.8 | 33.3 km | 54,470 m | 9km WNW of Carasi, Philippines | usgs.gov |
Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
Paoay
Paoay is a fourth class municipality in the province of Ilocos Norte, Philippines. According to the 2010 census, it had a population of 23,956 people. town is home to the Paoay Church, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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