Urdaneta | |
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| City of Urdaneta, Lungsod ng Urdaneta, Siyudad ti Urdaneta, Siyudad na Urdaneta | |
     Clockwise from top:Urdaneta Cathedral;Urdaneta Park Landmark Monument; Don Manuel N. Sison, Sr. Park; Old City Hall and Downtown Area | |
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| Motto: Deo servire populo sufficere (It is enough for the people to serve God) | |
 Map of Pangasinan with Urdaneta highlighted | |
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.svg)  Urdaneta Location within thePhilippines | |
| Coordinates:15°58′34″N120°34′16″E / 15.9761°N 120.5711°E /15.9761; 120.5711 | |
| Country | Philippines |
| Region | Ilocos Region |
| Province | Pangasinan |
| District | 5th district |
| Founded | January 8, 1858 |
| Cityhood | March 21, 1998 |
| Named after | Andrés de Urdaneta |
| Barangays | 34 (seeBarangays) |
| Government | |
| • Type | Sangguniang Panlungsod |
| • Mayor | Julio F. Parayno III (Independent) |
| • Vice Mayor | Jimmy D. Parayno (Independent) |
| • Representative | Ramon Guico, Jr. |
| • City Council | Members
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| • Electorate | 102,425 voters (2025) |
| Area | |
• Total | 100.26 km2 (38.71 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 50 m (160 ft) |
| Highest elevation | 899 m (2,949 ft) |
| Lowest elevation | 0 m (0 ft) |
| Population (2024 census)[3] | |
• Total | 145,935 |
| • Density | 1,455.6/km2 (3,769.9/sq mi) |
| • Households | 35,215 |
| Demonym | Urdanetanian |
| Economy | |
| • Income class | 1st city income class |
| • Poverty incidence | 16.31 |
| • Revenue | ₱ 1,483 million (2023) |
| • Assets | ₱ 3,485 million (2023) |
| • Expenditure | ₱ 1,349 million (2023) |
| • Liabilities | ₱ 890 million (2023) |
| Service provider | |
| • Electricity | Pangasinan 3 Electric Cooperative (PANELCO 3) |
| • Water | Urdaneta City Water District |
| Time zone | UTC+8 (PST) |
| ZIP code | 2428 |
| PSGC | |
| IDD : area code | +63 (0)75 |
| Native languages | Pangasinan Ilocano Tagalog |
| Website | urdaneta-city |
Urdaneta, officially theCity of Urdaneta (Pangasinan:Siyudad na Urdaneta;Ilocano:Siyudad ti Urdaneta;Filipino:Lungsod ng Urdaneta), is acomponent city in theprovince ofPangasinan,Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 145,935 people.[5] It is the third most populous local government unit (LGU) in Pangasinan andIlocos Region.[6]
As of January 1, 2025, it is the only 1st class city in Pangasinan.[7]
Urdaneta was founded on January 8, 1858, by Pangasinenses and Ilocanos who sought greater ties and unity. The city was named after FatherAndrés de Urdaneta, aide toMiguel Lopez De Legazpi, soldier, navigator, cosmographer, and evangelist. Father Urdaneta played a significant role in the colonization of the Philippines as he helped establish the first Spanish settlement on the island of Cebu in 1565. He also helped establish the first trade route between Mexico and the Philippines, which was used for over two centuries.
By naming the city after Father Urdaneta, the people of Urdaneta City pay tribute to his legacy and contributions to the country. His name has become synonymous with exploration, adventure, and faith - qualities that are celebrated in Urdaneta City. Today, the city continues to honor Father Urdaneta through various events, monuments, and institutions, which serve as reminders of his enduring legacy.[8]
In 1998, the Philippine Congress passed Republic Act No. 8480, which converted the Municipality of Urdaneta into a component city of the Province of Pangasinan. The bill was sponsored by Rep. Amadeo R. Perez Jr., a congressman representing the 5th district of the province.[9][10]
The passage of the bill was followed by a plebiscite, which was held on March 21, 1998. The people of Urdaneta overwhelmingly ratified the legislative act, with 26,222 in favor and only 142 against. As a result, Urdaneta was officially proclaimed as a city.
Urdaneta has a land area of 12,100 hectares.
Urdaneta is situated 40.76 kilometres (25.33 mi) from the provincial capitalLingayen and 188.46 kilometres (117.10 mi) from the country's capital city ofManila.
Urdaneta is politically subdivided into 34barangays. Each barangay consists ofpuroks and some havesitios.
Climate in Urdaneta is classified astropical monsoon under theKöppen climate classification. The area experiences a distinct wet season from June to October, influenced primarily by the southwest monsoon, while the months from November to May are comparatively drier. Temperatures remain warm throughout the year, with average daily highs generally ranging from 30 to 34 °C and lows from 22 to 25 °C.[11]
Rainfall is heaviest in August, which is typically the peak of the rainy season, and lightest in January during the dry period. Humidity remains high year-round due to the city’s low elevation and proximity to coastal air masses, contributing to consistently warm and humid conditions. Humidity remains high year-round due to the city’s low elevation and proximity to coastal air masses, contributing to consistently warm and humid conditions.
| Climate data for Urdaneta | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 29 (84) | 29 (84) | 30 (86) | 32 (90) | 33 (91) | 33 (91) | 33 (91) | 33 (91) | 33 (91) | 32 (90) | 31 (88) | 29 (84) | 31 (88) |
| Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | 21 (70) | 21 (70) | 22 (72) | 23 (73) | 24 (75) | 24 (75) | 24 (75) | 24 (75) | 23 (73) | 23 (73) | 22 (72) | 21 (70) | 23 (73) |
| Averageprecipitation mm (inches) | 127.5 (5.02) | 115.8 (4.56) | 129.7 (5.11) | 141.1 (5.56) | 248.2 (9.77) | 165 (6.5) | 185.3 (7.30) | 161.9 (6.37) | 221.4 (8.72) | 299.5 (11.79) | 199 (7.8) | 188.7 (7.43) | 2,183.1 (85.93) |
| Average rainy days | 17 | 17 | 17 | 15 | 20 | 19 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 20 | 17 | 19 | 221 |
| Source: World Weather Online[12] | |||||||||||||
Urdaneta City is the third most populous city inIlocos Region, with 145,935 residents, following San Carlos City in Pangasinan, which has 208,330 people, and Dagupan City, with 174,777 residents.[13]
| Year | Pop. | ±% p.a. |
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| 1903 | 20,544 | — |
| 1918 | 24,536 | +1.19% |
| 1939 | 29,120 | +0.82% |
| 1948 | 35,811 | +2.32% |
| 1960 | 44,744 | +1.87% |
| 1970 | 58,690 | +2.75% |
| 1975 | 65,392 | +2.19% |
| 1980 | 71,796 | +1.89% |
| 1990 | 90,694 | +2.36% |
| 1995 | 100,263 | +1.90% |
| 2000 | 111,582 | +2.32% |
| 2007 | 120,785 | +1.10% |
| 2010 | 125,451 | +1.39% |
| 2015 | 132,940 | +1.11% |
| 2020 | 144,577 | +1.78% |
| 2024 | 145,935 | +0.22% |
| Source:Philippine Statistics Authority[14][15][16][17][18] | ||
| Rank | Barangay | Population |
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| 1 | San Vicente | 9,532 |
| 2 | Pinmaludpod | 8,324 |
| 3 | Nancayasan | 8,175 |
| 4 | Poblacion | 7,301 |
| 5 | Dilan Paurido | 7,186 |
| 6 | Camantiles | 6,564 |
| 7 | Anonas | 6,285 |
| 8 | Catablan | 6,107 |
| 9 | Nancamaliran West | 5,981 |
| 10 | Bayaoas | 5,864 |
| 11 | San Jose | 5,730 |
| 12 | Camanang | 5,397 |
| 13 | Nancamaliran East | 5,284 |
| 14 | Palina East | 5,190 |
| 15 | Cayambanan | 4,408 |
| 16 | Labit Proper | 3,939 |
| 17 | Cabuloan | 3,564 |
| 17 | Mabanogbog | 3,564 |
| 19 | Pedro T. Orata | 3,458 |
| 20 | Palina West | 3,443 |
| 21 | Santo Domingo | 3,423 |
| 22 | Santa Lucia | 3,401 |
| 23 | Nancalobasaan | 3,364 |
| 24 | Labit West | 2,751 |
| 25 | Cabaruan | 2,389 |
| 26 | Tipuso | 2,262 |
| 27 | Bactad East | 2,231 |
| 28 | Consolacion | 1,830 |
| 29 | Macalong | 1,756 |
| 30 | Bolaoen | 1,604 |
| 31 | Tulong | 1,567 |
| 32 | Casantaan | 1,479 |
| 33 | Oltama | 1,422 |
| 34 | Sugcong | 1,160 |
| Total | 145,935 | |
Pangasinan andIlocano are the main languages of Urdaneta.
TheUrdaneta Cathedral or the Immaculate Conception Cathedral in Urdaneta is part of the Vicariate of Our Lady. Its vicar foranes are Rev. Fr. Alberto T. Arenos and Father Elpidio F. Silva Jr. Itsfeast day is December 8. Local Ordinary is BishopJacinto Agcaoili Jose, JCL, DD. Founded on January 8, 1858, it is a suffragan diocese of theRoman Catholic Archdiocese of Lingayen-Dagupan.[19]
The diocese is led by Bishop Jacinto Jose, who also serves as vice chairman of theCatholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) Episcopal Commission of Social Communications and Mass Media and member of the Episcopal Commission on Youth.[20]
Previous ordinaries were Bishop Jesus Castro Galang (December 7, 1991 – September 16, 2004) and Bishop Pedro G. Magugat, M.S.C. (April 22, 1985 – May 5, 1990). Other diocesan officials hold office at the Bishop's Residence and Chancery of Obispado de Urdaneta Building, Dr. Jose Aruego Street, Urdaneta, Pangasinan. The Vicar General is Msgr. Numeriano A. Gabot Jr. and Chancellor, Father Angelo B. Lopez.[21][22][23][24][25][26][excessive citations]
The Aglipay Central Theological Seminary (ACTS) in Urdaneta City, Pangasinan is the regional seminary of thePhilippine Independent Church dedicated to serve theNorth-Central and South-Central Luzon Dioceses. ACTS offers aBachelor of Theology andDivinity Programs for those who aspire to enter theordained ministry in the Church. It is a four-year study program with a curriculum focused on biblical, theological, historical and pastoral studies with reference to parish management and development and wider cultural and social context. Members of the Philippine Independent Church or Aglipayans have the second most members in the city.
Urdaneta was selected as the site of theUrdaneta Philippines Temple, which was dedicated on April 28, 2024. The third temple ofthe Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints built in thePhilippines (the other two being inManila andCebu City) Additionally, there are multiple temples under construction or in the planning process in Alabang, Davao, Bacolod, Cagayan de Oro, Tacloban, Naga, Santiago, Tuguegarao City, Iloilo, and Laoag.[27]
Urdaneta is one of the Major Ecclesiastical Districts of theChurch, comprising 12 local chapels serves as barangay chapel, the biggest one is situated at Sison St., Poblacion Proper and the district office is located, and one Group Worship Service Chapel. INC Considered minority increasing members throughout the city. The percentage comprises 5-9% of the Urdanetanians.
As gateway to northern Philippines, the city's strategic location is on the central part of eastern Pangasinan. Urdaneta is among the most progressive cities in northern Luzon in annual regular income beating all cities in Region 1. It is among the region's cleanest, greenest and most livable cities.
Urdaneta produces rice, vegetables and noodles. As a trading hub of Pangasinan, it has a “Bagsakan” (trading post), a drop-off point for fruits and vegetables.
The largest cattle market in northern Luzon is Urdaneta's Livestock Market. The city has numerous financial and banking institutions which make it among the most vibrant economies in Pangasinan and the whole Ilocos Region.
Attractions include Museo de Urdaneta, Cabaruan, Sugcong and Oltama Rolling Hills, inter alia. The Sanctuary I.T. Building (Barangay Nancaysan, MacArthur Highway, the only Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) proclaimed I.T. Building in Pangasinan) houses the first two call centers: FFG Telemarketing (a Filipino-Canadian outbound call center) and EIE Inc. (Filipino-owned website services marketing firm).
Urdaneta, belonging to thefifth congressional district of the province ofPangasinan, is governed by a mayor designated as its local chief executive and by a city council as its legislative body in accordance with the Local Government Code. The mayor, vice mayor, and the councilors are elected directly by the people through an election which is being held every three years.
| Position | Name |
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| Chief Executive of the City of Urdaneta | MayorJulio F. Parayno III |
| Presiding Officer of the City Council of Urdaneta | Vice-Mayor Jimmy D. Parayno |
| Councilors of the City of Urdaneta | Alfonso Miguel M. del Prado |
| Warren D.C. Andrada | |
| Blesildo F. Sumera | |
| Aurelio L. Agsalud, Sr. | |
| Rio Virgilio R. Esteves | |
| Maria Teresa Soccoro E. Perez - Naguiat | |
| Jhan Hero M. Sumera | |
| Franklin V. Villanueva | |
| Onofre C. Gorospe | |
| Maura Jennifer C. Gandia |
| No. | Portrait | Name | Term start | Term end |
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| 1 | No available picture | Patricio Abenojar | 1937 | 1941 |
| 2 | No available picture | Hermogenes Israel | 1942 | 1944 |
| 3 |  | Mariano S. Moreno | 1944 | 1945 |
| 4 | No available picture | Manuel Del Prado | 1945 | 1945 |
| 5 | No available picture | Andres F. Adia | 1946 | 1946 |
| 6 | No available picture | Patricio Abenojar | 1946 | 1947 |
| 7 | No available picture | Manuel S. Sison | 1948 | 1959 |
| 8 | No available picture | Leon S. Zabala | 1959 | 1963 |
| 9 |  | Fernando C. Manangan, Sr. | 1963 | 1966 |
| 10 |  | Amadeo R. Perez, Jr. | 1966 | 1968 |
| 11 |  | Amando M. Fontanilla | 1969 | 1971 |
| 12 | No available picture | Manuel N. Sison | 1972 | 1980 |
| 13 | | Amadeo R. Perez, Jr. | 1980 | 1986 |
| 14 | No available picture | Norberto Del Prado (Officer in Charge) | 1986 | 1987 |
| 15 | | Amadeo R. Perez, Jr. | 1988 | 1992 |
| 16 |  | Rodolfo E. Parayno | June 30, 1992 | June 30, 2001 |
| 17 | | Amadeo R. Perez, Jr. | June 30, 2001 | June 30, 2010 |
| 18 |  | Amadeo Gregorio E. Perez IV | June 30, 2010 | June 30, 2019 |
| 19 |  | Julio F. Parayno III | June 30, 2019 | Incumbent |
Urdaneta City celebrates Dumayo Festival annually March 18 – 31: Basbas ng Pag-iisang Dibdib (free mass wedding), bloodletting activity, tree planting for environment preservation, jobs fair and fun run for a cause.
The city celebrates fiesta every month of December. This is in remembrance of the city patron, Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception. Festivities are held December 1–8. Activities include a parade, drum and lyre competition, teachers' night, balikbayan night, ABC-SK night, ballroom, Miss Urdaneta City coronation night and many more events. A carnival is put up every December as a part of the event.[37]
In the 2012 yearly City Fiesta celebration (December 1–15), Fifth District Representative Kimi S. Cojuangco formally (December 1) opened the agro-industrial fair where “bahay kubo” booths of the city's barangays showcased their products at the Urdaneta City Cultural and Sports Complex. Cojuangco was assisted by Manila Economic and Cultural Office Chair Amadeo R. Perez Jr., Mayor Amadeo Gregorio “Bobom” Perez IV and members of the Sangguniang Bayan led by Vice Mayor Onofre C. Gorospe.
The Urdaneta City Schools District Office governs all educational institutions within the city. It oversees the management and operations of all private and public, from primary to secondary schools.[38]
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