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Dapitan City Local Directory

City of Dapitan is a 2nd-class Component City in the province of Zamboanga del Norte, Zamboanga Peninsula (Region IX), Philippines. Based on 2024 PSA data, it has a population of 87,699 residents.

PSGC 0907201000 ZIP 7101
50 Barangays
87,699 Population
1 Attractions
0 Restaurants
84 Businesses
Philippines Zamboanga Peninsula Zamboanga del Norte Dapitan City
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Dapitan City is a component city in Zamboanga del Norte, Zamboanga Peninsula, made up of 50 barangays with a 2020 census population of 87,699. It is registered under PSGC code 0907201000 and uses ZIP code 7101. This directory documents 1 attractions, 0 restaurants, 4 places to stay, and 84 verified businesses in Dapitan City.

About Dapitan City

Dapitan City is a component city in the province of Zamboanga del Norte, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines. It is governed as a Local Government Unit (LGU) under the administrative framework of the Philippine government.

The component city is home to 50 barangays@if($city->population) and has a recorded population of 87,699 based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing@endif. It is registered under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) with code 0907201000, and carries the PhilPost ZIP code 7101.

Visitors and residents can explore 1 attractions including 1 beaches, 0 restaurants, 4 accommodations, 1 festivals, 0 local dishes, and other places throughout Dapitan City.

azifind also lists 84 verified businesses based in Dapitan City, from hotels and restaurants to professional and business service providers.

Geographic Facts

Key administrative and demographic data for Dapitan City.

Component city Classification
Zamboanga del Norte Province
Zamboanga Peninsula Region
87,699 Population
50 Barangays
7101 Postal Code

Location and Geography

Dapitan City is located in Zamboanga del Norte within the Zamboanga Peninsula of the Philippines. The component city includes 50 barangays.

Dapitan City has documented coastal areas, with 1 beach recorded in this directory. Coastal barangays support activities such as fishing, beach tourism, and marine recreation.

Dapitan City sits alongside other cities and municipalities of Zamboanga del Norte, including Baliguian, Dipolog City, Godod, Gutalac.

Best Places to Visit in Dapitan City

Dapitan City has 1 documented attractions in this directory, including 1 recorded beach. The listings below span natural landmarks, heritage sites, and points of interest across the component city's 50 barangays in Zamboanga del Norte, with a full index linked at the end of the section.

Beach

Dakak Beach

Dapitan City, Zamboanga del Norte

A famous luxury cove resort known for its fine white sand, lush mountain backdrop, and calm, protected waters.

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Things to Do in Dapitan City

5 activities recorded in Dapitan City.

Festivals and Events in Dapitan City

1 recorded festivals and events in Dapitan City.

Cultural July

Kinabayo Festival

A spectacular pageantry and street-drama re-enacting the Battle of Covadonga and the apparition of St. James the Greater (Santiago).

Where to Stay in Dapitan City

4 hotels, resorts, inns, and guesthouses are documented in Dapitan City, including options near its coastal barangays. Compare accommodation types and price ranges to plan an overnight stay in Zamboanga del Norte.

Barangays in Dapitan City

Dapitan City is divided into 50 barangays under PSGC code 0907201000.

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Businesses & Services in Dapitan City

Verified hotels, restaurants, healthcare providers, financial services, and professional firms based in Dapitan City, Zamboanga del Norte, searchable by category.

84 Businesses Listed

Travel Tips for Dapitan City

Best Time to Visit

The Philippine dry season, roughly November to May, is generally the most comfortable window for travel. Check local weather before planning a trip to Dapitan City.

Getting Around

Consider traffic conditions when moving between districts and nearby cities.

What to Explore

Dapitan City has 1 documented attractions, including coastal spots. Browse the places section above for the full list.

Where to Stay

4 accommodations are available, from hotels to guesthouses.

Coastal Note

For coastal activities, check local weather and sea conditions before heading out.

Dapitan City in the Philippine Administrative System

Dapitan City is classified as a component city under the Philippine Standard Geographic Code (PSGC) system, assigned the identifier 0907201000. This code is used by national agencies including the Philippine Statistics Authority, the Commission on Elections, and the Department of the Interior and Local Government for census reporting, electoral mapping, and administrative tracking.

As a Local Government Unit (LGU), Dapitan City is governed by an elected mayor and a Sangguniang Bayan or Sangguniang Panlungsod responsible for local ordinances, the annual budget, and local services. The LGU is composed of 50 barangays, each led by an elected Punong Barangay.

Dapitan City is one of the cities and municipalities forming the province of Zamboanga del Norte in Zamboanga Peninsula.

People Also Ask About Dapitan City

What is Dapitan City known for?

Dapitan City is a component city in Zamboanga del Norte, Zamboanga Peninsula. It is documented with 1 attractions, 1 festivals, 0 local dishes, and 84 verified businesses in this directory.

Where is Dapitan City located?

Dapitan City is located in Zamboanga del Norte, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines. Its PSGC code is 0907201000.

How many barangays does Dapitan City have?

Dapitan City has 50 barangays, each governed by an elected Punong Barangay and barangay council.

What are the best places to visit in Dapitan City?

Notable attractions include Dakak Beach. Browse the places section for all 1 listings.

What is the population of Dapitan City?

Based on the 2020 Census of Population and Housing, Dapitan City has a recorded population of 87,699.

What is the ZIP code of Dapitan City?

The PhilPost ZIP code of Dapitan City is 7101.

What cities or municipalities are near Dapitan City?

Nearby localities in Zamboanga del Norte include Baliguian, Dipolog City, Godod, Gutalac.

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Administrative and geographic data for Dapitan City follows the Philippine Statistics Authority PSGC 1Q 2026 release. Population figures reference the 2020 Census of Population and Housing. Business and place listings are sourced from publicly available data. About azifind.com →