Invest in Bacolod City
The Premier Gateway to Western Visayas
Quick Facts
Total Land Area
16,145 Hectares
Estimated Population
609,314 (PSA 2021)
Accessibility
International Standard Hub
Subdivisions
61 Barangays (Villages)
| Residential Use | 5,805 has. |
| Commercial Use | 4,240 has. |
| Agricultural Use | 1,759 has. |
| Other Classifications | 3,806 has. |
Economic Performance
₱120.9 Billion
Total GDP (2021)
13.8%
Share in Western Visayas GDP
Bacolod remains a powerhouse in the region with a 4.9% growth rate. The economy is driven by a diverse mix of IT-BPM, Wholesale/Retail Trade, and high-value Manufacturing.
GDP Per Capita
₱197,842
Annual Growth
1.42%
Poverty Incidence
5.3%
Investment Incentives
Tax Exemptions
Full exemption from business fees and sales taxes for up to 5 years for registered enterprises.
Real Property Tax Reduction
Exemption from basic RPT on new improvements or expansions for a maximum of 5 years.
Priority Preferred Areas
Special incentive rates for IT-BPM, Manufacturing, Tourism (Hotels/Resorts), and Property Development (Economic Zones).
Qualification Criteria
Investors must have a minimum capital investment of ₱1.5 Million and meet employment generation ratios (approx. 1 employee per ₱500k-₱1.5M invested).
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Data Source: Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) & Bacolod City LGU Investment Board