Agusan del Sur municipalities lead Caraga region in local tax collection

SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — Despite its classification as a first-class municipality, San Francisco has emerged as a stronger revenue generator than the province's sole component city in the 2025 fiscal year, according to financial records released by the Bureau of Local Government Finance (BLGF).

The municipality's performance reflects its status as a central trading hub in Agusan del Sur, driving commercial activity and strengthening its local revenue base. The BLGF data, derived from the complete 2025 Statement of Financial Position, provides an official benchmark for comparing the financial health and tax collection capacity of local government units across the Caraga region.

The results highlight disparities in revenue generation among municipalities and cities in the province, with San Francisco's achievement suggesting effective local fiscal management and robust economic activity. Other Agusan del Sur localities also ranked among the top tax earners regionally, positioning the province as a significant contributor to Caraga's overall local government revenues.

The BLGF figures provide local government officials and policymakers with detailed data on revenue performance, offering insights into municipal and city fiscal capabilities across the region. San Francisco's strong showing underscores the importance of trade-dependent economies in generating sustainable local revenues for infrastructure and public service delivery.