Wao, Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao
Wao: municipality of the Philippines in the province of Lanao del Sur
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Quick Facts about Wao
| Population | 45,862 |
| Country | Philippines |
| State | Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (Philippines) |
| County | Province of Lanao del Sur |
| Postal code | 9716 |
| Phone Area Codes | 63 |
| Area | 485.24 km2 |
| Official name | Municipality of Wao |
| Latitude & Longitude | 7.6833,124.6833 |
| Time Zone | UTC+08:00 |
| Local time | 07:28:18 (17th April 2026) |
Geography
Wao is located at 7°40'60"N 124°40'60"E (7.6833300, 124.6833300). It has 2 neighbors: Banisilan and Alamada.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 13,848 | - | census |
| 1970 | 16,577 | 16.46% | census |
| 1975 | 17,267 | 4% | census |
| 1980 | 15,962 | -8.18% | census |
| 1990 | 22,932 | 30.39% | census |
| 1995 | 27,503 | 16.62% | census |
| 2000 | 35,517 | 22.56% | census |
| 2007 | 42,186 | 15.81% | census |
| 2010 | 40,479 | -4.22% | census |
| 2015 | 45,862 | 11.74% | census |
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- Wao, Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao with a population of 17,845 people.