Barangay Profile

Barangay Dagsian, Lower

Baguio City, Benguet, CAR

PSGC 1430300058 ZIP 2600
1,521 Population
80th of 129 By Population
343.6 m Elevation
2600 ZIP Code
Philippines Cordillera Administrative Region Benguet Baguio City Barangays Dagsian, Lower
Direct Answer

Barangay Dagsian, Lower is a barangay in Baguio City, Benguet, in the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) of the Philippines. Registered under PSGC code 1430300058 with ZIP code 2600, it had a 2020 Census population of 1,521. That makes it the 80th most populous of Baguio City's 129 barangays (0.4% of the municipal total of 368,426). It sits at about 343.6 m above sea level at coordinates 16.3919, 120.6081.

Overview

Barangay Dagsian, Lower is a local community situated within Baguio City, Benguet. Serving as the primary administrative building block of local governance, it connects local residents directly to municipal public services, community development, and regional infrastructure networks.

Demographics & Population Trends

Insights into growth, age distributions, and household composition.

Historical Population Growth

Barangay Dagsian, Lower is tracked across every census round conducted by the Philippine Statistics Authority. The table and bar chart below trace its recorded population from 1990 to 2020, together with the annualized growth rate and net population change between counts. Read side by side, they show whether Dagsian, Lower is expanding, contracting, or holding steady within Baguio City, a signal that informs housing demand, school-age population, and the delivery of local public services.

Census Date Population Growth Net
1990 May 1 489 — —
1995 Sep 1 670 +6.08% 181
2000 May 1 919 +7.01% 249
2007 Aug 1 1,211 +3.88% 292
2010 May 1 1,159 -1.58% -52
2015 Aug 1 1,391 +3.53% 232
2020 May 1 1,521 +1.9% 130
489
670
919
1,211
1,159
1,391
1,521
1990
1995
2000
2007
2010
2015
2020

Age Distribution (2015 Census)

The age profile of Barangay Dagsian, Lower is drawn from the 2015 Census and grouped into five-year age bands. The table and bar chart below show how residents split across the young dependent population, the working-age population, and older residents, the balance that drives the local dependency ratio and median age. A community weighted toward working-age adults points to a wider labor force, while a broad base of children signals future demand for schools, health centers, and youth programs in Baguio City.

Age Group Population Share
Under 1 40 2.88%
1 to 4 120 8.63%
5 to 9 150 10.78%
10 to 14 148 10.64%
15 to 19 123 8.84%
20 to 24 128 9.2%
25 to 29 112 8.05%
30 to 34 101 7.26%
35 to 39 110 7.91%
40 to 44 89 6.4%
45 to 49 80 5.75%
50 to 54 65 4.67%
55 to 59 36 2.59%
60 to 64 27 1.94%
65 to 69 30 2.16%
70 to 74 12 0.86%
75 to 79 9 0.65%
80 and over 11 0.79%
Under 1
40
1 to 4
120
5 to 9
150
10 to 14
148
15 to 19
123
20 to 24
128
25 to 29
112
30 to 34
101
35 to 39
110
40 to 44
89
45 to 49
80
50 to 54
65
55 to 59
36
60 to 64
27
65 to 69
30
70 to 74
12
75 to 79
9
80 and over
11
458

Young population (0-14) · 32.93%

871

Working-age population (15-64) · 62.62%

62

Older population (65+) · 4.46%

Household Trends

Household formation in Barangay Dagsian, Lower is measured each census through the number of households and the average household size. The table and bar chart below plot how the household count has moved across the years. A rising number of households alongside a falling average size usually reflects smaller family units and new home formation, while a steady average size suggests multigenerational living remains common. These figures help gauge local housing stock, utility demand, and the pace of residential development in Baguio City.

Census Date Households Avg. Size
1990 May 1 93 5.26
1995 Sep 1 145 4.62
2000 May 1 196 4.69
2007 Aug 1 260 4.66
2010 May 1 260 4.46
2015 Aug 1 311 4.47
93
145
196
260
260
311
1990
1995
2000
2007
2010
2015

Location & Environment

Geographic coordinates, comparative elevation, and environmental risk profile.

80th of 129

Relative rank among Baguio City's barangays by 2020 population.

343.6 m Elevation

Elevation profile, compared to the 444.5 m municipal median.

Barangay Dagsian, Lower is located at approximately 16.3919, 120.6081 (16°23'31" N, 120°36'29" E) on Luzon , roughly 343.6 meters above sea level.

Hazard Profile & Risk Context

Typhoon

Cordillera Administrative Region lies along the main track of Pacific tropical cyclones and sees frequent typhoon passage during the June to November season.

High
Earthquake

Cordillera Administrative Region has moderate seismic exposure from regional fault systems, with occasional felt earthquakes.

Moderate
Landslide

At roughly 343.6 m elevation, steeper upland terrain can raise landslide susceptibility during prolonged or heavy rainfall.

Moderate

General planning context derived from topographic models. Refer to PHIVOLCS and municipal DRRMO advisories for official disaster risk mapping.

Governance & Administrative Record

Local administration setup and statutory registry parameters.

As the primary administrative tier in the Philippines, Barangay Dagsian, Lower in municipality of Baguio City, province of Benguet is led by an elected Punong Barangay alongside a Sangguniang Barangay composed of seven elected council members. The barangay council oversees neighborhood disputes via the Lupong Tagapamayapa, enacts local ordinances, and maintains peace and public safety.

Official Registry

PSGC Statutory Data Sheet

Barangay Name Dagsian, Lower
PSGC Code 1430300058
Population (2020) 1,521
Rank in Municipality 80th of 129
Coordinates 16.3919, 120.6081 (16°23'31" N, 120°36'29" E)
Elevation 343.6 m above sea level
City / Municipality Baguio City
Province Benguet
ZIP Code 2600

Surrounding Area & Local Culture

Nearby communities, cultural landmarks, and local services in Baguio City.

Local Directory

Businesses & Services in Baguio City

Verified hotels, restaurants, healthcare providers, financial services, and professional firms serving Barangay Dagsian, Lower and the wider Baguio City area.

12 Businesses Listed
Retail & Shopping

SM City Baguio

Baguio City, Cordillera Administrative Region

Hotels & Accommodation

Benguet Prime Hotel

Baguio City, Cordillera Administrative Region

Hotels & Accommodation

Pine Breeze Cottages

Baguio City, Cordillera Administrative Region

Hotels & Accommodation

Hotel Veniz Session

Baguio City, Cordillera Administrative Region

Hotels & Accommodation

Aussie Inn Baguio City

Baguio City, Cordillera Administrative Region

Hotels & Accommodation

Hotel Supreme Convention Plaza

Baguio City, Cordillera Administrative Region

Hotels & Accommodation

Campo Filipino Dormitelle

Baguio City, Cordillera Administrative Region

Hotels & Accommodation

Hotel Henrico Kisad

Baguio City, Cordillera Administrative Region

Hotels & Accommodation

Baguio Camella Big brother house

Baguio City, Cordillera Administrative Region

Hotels & Accommodation

Newtown Plaza Hotel

Baguio City, Cordillera Administrative Region

Hotels & Accommodation

Golden Pine Hotel

Baguio City, Cordillera Administrative Region

Hotels & Accommodation

The Plaza Garden Hotel and Residences

Baguio City, Cordillera Administrative Region

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Barangay Dagsian, Lower located?

Barangay Dagsian, Lower is a barangay in Baguio City, Benguet, in the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) of the Philippines. Registered under PSGC code 1430300058 with ZIP code 2600, it had a 2020 Census population of 1,521. That makes it the 80th most populous of Baguio City's 129 barangays (0.4% of the municipal total of 368,426). It sits at about 343.6 m above sea level at coordinates 16.3919, 120.6081.

What is the population of Barangay Dagsian, Lower?

1,521 as of the 2020 Census, the 80th largest of Baguio City's 129 barangays (0.4% of the municipal total).

What is the PSGC code of Barangay Dagsian, Lower?

The PSGC code is 1430300058, a nine-digit identifier in the PSA classification.

What is the ZIP code of Barangay Dagsian, Lower?

ZIP 2600, covering Baguio City and its barangays.

How many barangays does Baguio City have?

129 barangays per the PSA PSGC 1Q 2026 release.

Notes & Data Sources

  • Administrative boundaries sourced from the PSA PSGC 1Q 2026 dataset release.
  • Population figures and geographical metrics are integrated from official PhilAtlas and PSA Census records.