Smallest Cities in Jilin

Top 51 cities ranked by smallest cities

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Smallest Cities — Jilin

1 Chang’an 14,400

2 Fate 38,105

3 Huangnihe 54,959

4 Changling 55,841

5 Baishishan 56,992

6 Yantongshan 57,515

7 Xinglongshan 58,432

8 Antu 58,872

9 Erdaojiang 60,831

10 Lishu 61,584

11 Shuangyang 62,137

12 Kaitong 62,537

13 Hepingjie 65,298

14 Dashitou 65,683

15 Huinan 66,315

16 Sanchazi 66,576

17 Liuhe 66,975

18 Songjianghe 67,672

19 Zhenlai 67,760

20 Dongfeng 67,820

21 Linjiang 69,149

22 Chaoyang 75,347

23 Hunchun 77,028

24 Shulan 77,420

25 Tumen 78,719

26 Panshi 80,200

27 Helong 85,756

28 Wangqing 88,732

29 Dalai 93,297

30 Shuangliao 93,666

31 Meihekou 99,419

32 Jishu 103,988

33 Dehui 108,818

34 Taonan 112,819

35 Songyuan 113,611

36 Longjing 117,185

37 Jiaohe 123,018

38 Yushu 124,736

39 Fuyu 138,704

40 Huadian 139,047

41 Gongzhuling 140,909

42 Dunhua 148,844

43 Jiutai 175,115

44 Baishan 183,880

45 Baicheng 316,970

46 Yanji 326,957

47 Longshan 465,249

48 Tonghua 510,000

49 Siping 555,609

50 Jilin 1,895,865

51 Changchun 4,714,996

The smallest cities in Jilin (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Chang’an has a population of just 14,400. 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 14,400 residents, Chang’an 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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