Population Size and Density
According to the 2020 census, the Municipality of Tboli has a population of 101,049 people. It has a low population density of 59.62 persons per hectare. Barangay Poblacion has the highest density at 11.50 persons per hectare, while Barangay Tudok has the lowest density, at just 0.21 persons per hectare.
Population Density by Barangay, Year 2020

- Growth Trends:
- The population saw a notable increase between 1990 and 1995, with an annual growth rate of 13.49%, attributed to recovery after a decline due to the creation of the Municipality of Lake Sebu.
- There was a population decline from 1980 to 1990, with a total decrease of 7,039. This decline reflects significant changes, as a large portion of the population was transferred to the newly formed Municipality of Lake Sebu during that period.
- Overall Increase: The total population of the Municipality of Tboli grew from 32,602 in 1975 to 101,049 in 2020, reflecting significant growth over 45 years.
- Gender Distribution: Throughout the years, male populations consistently outnumbered female populations. In 2020, there were 52,420 males and 48,629 females.
- Recent Growth: The growth rate has shown a declining trend in recent years, dropping from 3.11% in 2015 to 2.10% in 2020, suggesting a potential stabilization in population growth.
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