Smallest Cities in Shaanxi

Top 47 cities ranked by smallest cities

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All Countries · China · Shaanxi

Smallest Cities — Shaanxi

1 Wuguanyi 5,145

2 Jinjiahe 5,424

3 Yaojiagou 5,958

4 Taochuan 6,106

5 Hengxianhe 6,856

6 Lesuhe 6,892

7 Cuijiatou 8,020

8 Pingmu 8,794

9 Yingge 9,048

10 Tiebiancheng 9,750

11 Xiakouyi 10,587

12 Xiangshui 11,389

13 Xujiaping 12,496

14 Liangting 12,686

15 Yuandun 12,710

16 Jinquan 13,363

17 Langao Chengguanzhen 35,348

18 Ziyang Chengguanzhen 35,496

19 Pingli 45,493

20 Hanyuan 50,440

21 Shiquan 53,422

22 Hancheng 58,049

23 Yuxia 60,206

24 Yanliang 60,891

25 Yangzhou 64,349

26 Hanyin Chengguanzhen 66,926

27 Lüeyang Chengguanzhen 67,496

28 Xunyang 67,929

29 Lintong 75,882

30 Mianyang 84,606

31 Guozhen 85,415

32 Yulinshi 90,870

33 Xixiang 99,867

34 Wayaobu 113,698

35 Chenggu 116,375

36 Yintai 217,509

37 Tongchuanshi 223,603

38 Huayin 242,488

39 Tongchuan 417,740

40 Yan’an 475,234

41 Shangluo 531,696

42 Ankang 870,126

43 Hanzhong 1,006,557

44 Xianyang 1,034,081

45 Weinan 1,199,290

46 Baoji 1,437,802

47 Xi’an 9,600,000

The smallest cities in Shaanxi (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Wuguanyi has a population of just 5,145. 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 5,145 residents, Wuguanyi 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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