Malinao, Albay

Malinao
Municipality of Malinao
Spanish-era cemetery of Malinao
Nickname: 
The Wonderland of Albay
Map of Albay with Malinao highlighted
Interactive map of Malinao
Malinao
Location within the Philippines
Coordinates: 13°24′N 123°42′E / 13.4°N 123.7°E / 13.4; 123.7
CountryPhilippines
RegionBicol Region
ProvinceAlbay
District 1st district
Barangays29 (see Barangays)
Government
 • TypeSangguniang Bayan
 • MayorSheryl C. Bilo
 • Vice MayorAbner E. Cargullo
 • RepresentativeEdcel C. Lagman
 • Municipal Council
Members
  • Norlito C. Cas
  • Djoanna V. Luyun
  • Reymond Mahinay
  • Belen Cellona
  • Irene M. Fajut
  • Joel C. Ceriola
  • Ernalyn Ceriola
  • Victorino M. Aperin
 • Electorate34,775 voters (2025)
Area
 • Total
107.50 km2 (41.51 sq mi)
Elevation
24 m (79 ft)
Highest elevation
274 m (899 ft)
Lowest elevation
0 m (0 ft)
Population
 (2024 census)
 • Total
49,570
 • Density461.1/km2 (1,194/sq mi)
 • Households
10,928
DemonymMalinaonon
Economy
 • Income class2nd municipal income class
 • Poverty incidence
28.28
% (2021)
 • Revenue₱ 221.3 million (2022)
 • Assets₱ 297.5 million (2022)
 • Expenditure₱ 174.2 million (2022)
 • Liabilities₱ 33.84 million (2022)
Service provider
 • ElectricityAlbay Electric Cooperative (ALECO)
Time zoneUTC+8 (PST)
ZIP code 4512
4514
PSGC
IDD:area code+63 (0)52
Native languagesCentral Bikol
Tagalog
Catholic dioceseDiocese of Legazpi
Websitewww.malinao.gov.ph

Malinao, officially the Municipality of Malinao (Central Bikol: Banwaan kan Malinao; Tagalog: Bayan ng Malinao), is a municipality in the province of Albay, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 49,570 people.

It is a scenic town in the province, known for its rich culture and natural beauty. Surrounded by green landscapes, it is home to skilled artisans known for weaving and pottery. These crafts serve as both livelihood and heritage, reflected in the town’s lively markets and artisan workshops.