Smallest Cities in Xinjiang

Top 100 cities ranked by smallest cities

Best Xinjiang Cities

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Smallest Cities - Xinjiang

1 Kalaxilike 5,035
2 Xirikxiy 5,064
3 Karjaw 5,075
4 Koktokay 5,120
5 Sadikyüzi 5,229
6 Bozidun 5,235
7 Kalabulegen 5,261
8 Baluntaicun 5,300
9 Qiongkulecun 5,455
10 Jiujianlou 5,749
11 Waxxari 5,886
12 Miao’ergou 5,965
13 Kashitashi 6,099
14 Yingwusitangcun 6,233
15 Qingyanghu 6,392
16 Qagan Gol 6,549
17 Beiwucha 6,736
18 Longfu 6,882
19 Rokiya 6,895
20 Suptay 6,910
21 Kipekyüzi 6,972
22 Laotai 7,216
23 Aqal 7,309
24 Liumaowan 7,385
25 Xihu 7,458
26 Bingtuan Sanshiliu Tuan 7,600
27 Emil 7,632
28 Tashqorghan 7,683
29 Xidagou 7,827
30 Katang Ailieke 8,011
31 Yushikalasu 8,061
32 Dulayti 8,133
33 Bor Tungge 8,321
34 Kokdala 8,361
35 Ewirgol 8,475
36 Aqqan 8,494
37 Kizil 8,516
38 Yamansu 8,554
39 Qong Bora 8,598
40 Sishilichengzi 8,722
41 Jelagax 8,757
42 Dianba 8,940
43 Diwopu 8,984
44 Akdala 9,055
45 Yengibag 9,070
46 Karatobe 9,101
47 Ha’erlong 9,259
48 Santai 9,273
49 Xigebi 9,340
50 Segezikule 9,576
51 Awiytan 9,622
52 Damusi 9,678
53 Muhur 9,737
54 Letuyi 9,802
55 Alakak 9,917
56 Liugong 10,015
57 Kürti 10,093
58 Shanghu 10,093
59 Qaxa 10,175
60 Yak'airike 10,204
61 Niya 10,210
62 Ka'erdun 10,232
63 Ying'airike 10,253
64 Huanggong 10,310
65 Hanbin 10,407
66 Jetaral 10,427
67 Qulukay 10,447
68 Bayi’awati 10,460
69 Zirefuxiati 10,504
70 Yingwusitang 10,582
71 Laoshawan 10,746
72 Xidi 10,880
73 Kawake 10,992
74 Kezilexilike 11,077
75 Alashankou 11,097
76 Aykol 11,260
77 Sandaoba 11,460
78 Yingye'er 11,485
79 Nur 11,581
80 Dolati 11,609
81 Kalayagaqi 11,766
82 Qongkur 11,850
83 Dongmazar 11,932
84 Mazha 12,069
85 Erliugong 12,329
86 Baojiadian 12,502
87 Keyi 12,538
88 Xemirxek 12,949
89 Qia'erbage 12,972
90 Zangguy 13,027
91 Bohu 13,057
92 Daquan 13,075
93 Jagistay 13,561
94 Turpanyüzi 13,565
95 Yushugou 13,681
96 Tikerik 13,770
97 Sidaohezi 13,877
98 Lucaogou 14,093
99 Turgun 14,143
100 Karaki 14,294

The smallest cities in Xinjiang (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Kalaxilike has a population of just 5,035. 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 5,035 residents, Kalaxilike 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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