Smallest Cities in Shanxi

Top 85 cities ranked by smallest cities

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Smallest Cities — Shanxi

1 Huaidao 5,042

2 Changzhen 5,056

3 Liebu 5,103

4 Dayanbei 5,189

5 Huyu 5,228

6 Shuiyao 5,373

7 Fenghuangcheng 5,622

8 Baitouli 5,687

9 Tanshang 5,811

10 Daciyao 5,849

11 Hubei 5,890

12 Wanghu 5,911

13 Hougaoshizhuang 6,235

14 Dongmafang 6,450

15 Lidayao 6,478

16 Shentangbao 6,538

17 Zuhu 6,554

18 Gaojiabu 6,958

19 Xiashuitou 7,050

20 Jijiazhuang 7,306

21 Darenzhuang 7,316

22 Fengyu 7,325

23 Shangyuzhuang 7,935

24 Hezhi 7,992

25 Wucheng 8,009

26 Xiaruyue 8,028

27 Baijiazhuang 8,188

28 Guangyubao 8,258

29 Ximafang 8,346

30 Hetou 8,682

31 Ya’erya 8,707

32 Guanjiabao 8,774

33 Bajiao 8,776

34 Heshengbao 8,861

35 Youzai 9,017

36 Zhangcaizhuang 9,108

37 Xuekulue 9,379

38 Xiaojingzhuang 9,870

39 Xiamayu 9,922

40 Yuling 9,925

41 Youwei 10,017

42 Madaotou 10,087

43 Aoshi 10,100

44 Guan’er 10,909

45 Anrong 11,023

46 Dongzhao 11,184

47 Jiyizhuang 11,217

48 Shenbai 11,478

49 Yangfangkou 11,605

50 Nieying 11,628

51 Yanglinjie 11,814

52 Yuanbuzi 11,837

53 Yujing 11,863

54 Zhangjiachang 12,122

55 Xiangyangpu 12,380

56 Dianwan 12,779

57 Maojiazao 12,800

58 Huabeitun 12,818

59 Mayingzhuang 13,065

60 Taocun 13,387

61 Zirun 13,568

62 Xifangcheng 13,897

63 Dahuangwei 13,908

64 Haibeitou 14,013

65 Jinshanpu 14,023

66 Shangshaleng 14,100

67 Housuo 14,110

68 Jiazhuang 14,283

69 Yangyu 14,422

70 Yangjiaying 17,624

71 Gutao 42,000

72 Xinzhi 72,303

73 Jiexiu 77,178

74 Yuanping 82,883

75 Yuci 235,929

76 Jincheng 476,945

77 Xinzhou 544,683

78 Yuncheng 680,036

79 Yangquan 731,228

80 Linfen 959,198

81 Changzhi 1,214,940

82 Jinzhong 1,226,617

83 Datong 1,850,000

84 Lüliang 3,346,500

85 Taiyuan 4,303,673

The smallest cities in Shanxi (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Huaidao has a population of just 5,042. 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 5,042 residents, Huaidao 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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