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Smallest Cities in Alabama

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Smallest Cities — Alabama

1 Odenville 5,015
2 Tallassee 5,056
3 Midfield 5,101
4 Headland 5,124
5 Fort Rucker 5,221
6 Redland 5,231
7 Brewton 5,232
8 Roanoke 5,332
9 Glencoe 5,356
10 Semmes 5,404
11 Smiths Station 5,443
12 Margaret 5,538
13 Rainsville 5,613
14 Highland Lakes 5,673
15 Holtville 5,700
16 Attalla 5,829
17 Monroeville 5,875
18 Grayson Valley 5,882
19 Tarrant 6,014
20 Moores Mill 6,041
21 Chickasaw 6,367
22 Harvest 6,624
23 Opp 6,752
24 Satsuma 6,784
25 Lanett 6,854
26 Hamilton 6,907
27 Oneonta 6,943
28 Robertsdale 6,985
29 Demopolis 7,010
30 Lincoln 7,135
31 Wetumpka 7,182
32 Greenville 7,229
33 Montevallo 7,429
34 Pinson 7,851
35 Bay Minette 8,215
36 Orange Beach 8,244
37 Atmore 8,389
38 Brook Highland 8,428
39 Arab 8,573
40 Guntersville 8,771
41 Andalusia 8,841
42 Clanton 8,862
43 Meadowbrook 8,939
44 Tuskegee 9,070
45 Tuscumbia 9,084
46 Forestdale 9,149
47 Sheffield 9,334
48 Southside 9,407
49 Pleasant Grove 9,502
50 Fultondale 9,753
51 Fairfield 9,846
52 Pike Road 10,103
53 Rainbow City 10,213
54 Meridianville 10,268
55 Clay 10,288
56 Spanish Fort 10,377
57 Valley 10,406
58 Saks 10,727
59 Russellville 10,783
60 Boaz 10,847
61 Leeds 12,221
62 Sylacauga 12,388
63 Eufaula 12,664
64 Pell City 13,353
65 Moody 13,378
66 Irondale 13,462
67 McCalla 13,939
68 Jacksonville 14,345
69 Ozark 14,348
70 Jasper 14,480
71 Alexander City 14,686
72 Fort Payne 14,886
73 Talladega 15,041
74 Hartselle 15,586
75 Scottsboro 15,641
76 Chelsea 15,731
77 Gulf Shores 15,785
78 Gardendale 16,110
79 Center Point 16,125
80 Saraland 16,304
81 Hueytown 16,541
82 Muscle Shoals 16,670
83 Millbrook 16,923
84 Calera 17,188
85 Selma 17,442
86 Tillmans Corner 17,678
87 Troy 17,733
88 Cullman 18,894
89 Prichard 19,121
90 Anniston 21,377
91 Helena 21,452
92 Oxford 22,063
93 Mountain Brook 22,160
94 Foley 22,330
95 Albertville 22,584
96 Fairhope 23,360
97 Pelham 24,510
98 Bessemer 25,655
99 Trussville 26,182
100 Athens 27,474

The smallest cities in Alabama (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Odenville has a population of just 5,015. These communities often feature lower costs of living, stronger neighborhood connections, and less congestion.

Small cities can offer significant advantages for residents seeking affordable housing, shorter commutes, and a close-knit community feel. Many serve as regional centers for surrounding rural areas, providing essential services while maintaining a small-town atmosphere.

Despite their smaller size, many of these cities have thriving local economies, good school systems, and access to outdoor recreation. They represent an alternative to the fast-paced lifestyle of major metropolitan areas.

Did You Know?

  • 1. At 5,015 residents, Odenville is smaller than a single large apartment complex in New York City.
  • 2. Small cities (5,000-10,000) make up the majority of incorporated places in the United States.
  • 3. Many of the smallest cities serve as county seats or regional service centers for surrounding rural communities.

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