Smallest Cities in Henan

Top 45 cities ranked by smallest cities

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Smallest Cities — Henan

1 Bailuquan 7,779

2 Tashang 10,457

3 Beitanzhuang 11,755

4 Beizheng 13,189

5 Anxiang 38,345

6 Gongyi 56,033

7 Daokou 56,637

8 Yigou 59,073

9 Runing 60,202

10 Xixiang 60,745

11 Xinye 61,633

12 Songyang 62,375

13 Xincheng 65,411

14 Xiangcheng Chengguanzhen 65,833

15 Wacheng Neighborhood 66,848

16 Minggang 67,945

17 Dingcheng 72,663

18 Yunyang 73,922

19 Jishui 77,540

20 Yima 82,509

21 Yingchuan 87,961

22 Huaidian 89,978

23 Fangcheng Chengguanzhen 93,808

24 Puyang Chengguanzhen 104,994

25 Zhenping 181,528

26 Jiyuan 242,143

27 Tanghe 278,055

28 Dengzhou 285,032

29 Zhoukou 505,171

30 Hebi 634,721

31 Puyang 655,674

32 Sanmenxia 669,307

33 Zhumadian 721,670

34 Jiaozuo 865,413

35 Pingdingshan 979,130

36 Xinxiang 1,047,088

37 Anyang 1,146,839

38 Xinyang 1,230,042

39 Xuchang 1,265,536

40 Luohe 1,294,974

41 Luoyang 1,390,581

42 Kaifeng 1,451,741

43 Shangqiu 1,536,392

44 Nanyang 1,811,812

45 Zhengzhou 4,253,913

The smallest cities in Henan (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Bailuquan has a population of just 7,779. 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 7,779 residents, Bailuquan 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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