Smallest Cities in Botswana

Top 64 cities ranked by smallest cities

Smallest Cities - Botswana

1 Charles Hill 03 5,164
2 Hukuntsi 04 5,224
3 Tsetsebjwe 01 5,248
4 Gweta 01 5,303
5 Chadibe 01 5,371
6 Sefhare 01 5,381
7 Mmathete 10 5,421
8 Lerala 01 5,474
9 Good Hope 10 5,672
10 Masunga 08 5,696
11 Shashe Mooke 01 5,897
12 Mathangwane 01 5,918
13 Maitengwe 08 5,929
14 Rasesa 05 5,966
15 Sefophe 01 6,001
16 Lotlhakane 10 6,045
18 Lentsweletau 06 6,653
19 Shakawe 11 6,693
20 Kang 04 6,764
21 Sese 10 6,798
22 Kumakwane 06 6,826
23 Otse 09 6,986
24 Mmankgodi 06 7,396
25 Nata 01 7,779
26 Metsemotlhaba 06 8,081
27 Letlhakeng 06 8,343
28 Orapa 01 8,648
29 Shoshong 01 8,887
30 Borolong 01 8,917
31 Kasane 12 9,143
32 Bokaa 05 9,146
33 Oodi 09 10,257
34 Gumare 11 11,572
35 Tshabong 04 11,651
36 Tati Siding 08 12,404
37 Mmadinare 01 13,198
38 Kopong 09 13,823
39 Janeng 09 16,853
40 Tutume 01 18,582
41 Jwaneng 15 18,784
42 Ghanzi 03 19,012
43 Gabane 06 20,018
44 Bobonong 01 21,216
45 Tonota 01 23,296
46 Mosopa 10 23,858
47 Thamaga 06 25,300
48 Mmopone 06 25,460
49 Lobatse 16 26,900
50 Ramotswa 09 33,271
51 Palapye 01 36,211
52 Letlhakane 01 36,404
53 Mochudi 05 44,339
54 Kanye 10 48,028
55 Mahalapye 01 48,431
56 Selebi-Phikwe 17 49,724
57 Tlokweng 09 55,517
58 Serowe 01 55,676
59 Molepolole 06 67,598
60 Maun 11 85,350
61 Mogoditshane 06 88,098
62 Nkoyaphiri 06 88,098
63 Francistown 13 103,417
64 Gaborone 14 246,325

The smallest cities in Botswana (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Charles Hill has a population of just 5,164. 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 5,164 residents, Charles Hill 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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