ESCALER

📍 Geographic Profile
Location: Escaler is a rural barangay located in the northwestern portion of Magalang. It predominantly consists of agricultural and residential areas, with Escaler Elementary School and the barangay hall positioned along the main barangay road.
Coordinates: Approximately 15.2728° N, 120.7329° E (15° 16′ N, 120° 44′ E).
Elevation: Around 19.9 meters (65.3 ft) above sea level.
Adjacent Barangays:

• Ayala

• Bucanan

• Turu

• San Ildefonso

• San Francisco
  (Magalang barangay borders per PhilAtlas and local maps)

👥 Demographic Profile
Population (2020): 1,952 residents, representing approximately 1.57% of Magalang’s total population (124,188).
Households (2015): There were 369 households with a total household population of 1,826, yielding an average household size of 4.95 members. 

Population by Age Group (2015 Census):

• Highest: Ages 5–9 — data not specified, but rural barangays often show this trend.

• Lowest: Likely ages 75 and above, typical of similar barangays (exact data not available).

Historical Household Trends (1990–2015):

Year   Households   Household pop.   Avg. HH Size

1990   154   969   6.29  

1995   191   1,078   5.64  

2000   245   1,252   5.11  

2007   282   1,490   5.28  

2010   291   1,525   5.24  

2015   369   1,826   4.95  

This shows a steady rise in both households and population, alongside a gradual reduction in average household size.

💰 Zonal Valuation (2025):

• Along barangay roads (CR): ₱1,250/m²

• Interior residential lots (RR): ₱650/m²

• Industrial (I): ₱750/m²

• Agricultural (A50): ₱145/m² 

🏫 Community Facilities & Infrastructure

• Escaler Elementary School serves the barangay’s students and forms part of the Magalang public school system. 

• Barangay Hall & Covered Court: Centrally located along the main road, supporting governance and community events.

📈 Summary & Insights
Escaler is a small yet steadily growing rural barangay with agriculture at its core and adequate community infrastructure. Its location and elevation make it moderately insulated from major flood zones. Land values reflect its rural standing but remain accessible for agricultural or residential purposes. The barangay demonstrates stable demographic and household growth, with traditional family sizes.