Data from the 1990 Philippine Census and the 1993 Philippine Demographic and Health Survey were used to examine gender differences in health care and conditions, access to services, socioeconomic status, and household status. Bivariate relationships are determined based on national, regional, and residence status levels. Findings indicate a population concentration in the National Capital Region, Central Luzon, and Southern Tagalog. Males predominate in rural areas, particularly in Region XI. Females generally outnumber males in urban areas. There are more single males than females, particularly in rural areas. 39% of the total population are aged 0-14 years, and about 20% are aged 15-24 years. A greater proportion of single women live in urban areas. Female and male literacy rates are both high (90%). Formal school attendance is low for both males and females; about 34% of males and 33% of females have received some formal education. Educational levels have improved for both males and females. Rural males had higher labor force participation rates than females, particularly in rural areas. The percentage of employed females was slightly larger in urban areas. The employed population had higher educational levels. The female employed population had higher educational levels than the male population. Both men and women seek overseas contract work, and males outnumber females. Most households were headed by men. There were slightly more female-headed households in rural areas. Female-headed households were relatively better off than male-headed ones, based on housing conditions. Many female heads are widowed. Preferential treatment of health conditions based on gender was not very distinct. It is suggested that micro-level analysis might reveal gender differences. - See more at: http://www.popline.org/node/298699#sthash.lwRxYxAE.dpuf