This document discusses the population distribution in the Philippines. It begins by stating there are 16 regions in the country. As of 2013, Quezon City had the largest population of any city. The Philippines has the 14th largest population in the world. The population has grown significantly from 76.5 million in 2002 to over 103 million in 2012 and 105.7 million in 2013. Most of the population growth has occurred in urban areas like Metro Manila and other major cities. The largest ethnic groups are Tagalog, Bisaya, Ilocano, Hiligaynon, and Bikolano.