Smallest Cities in Xinjiang

Top 100 cities ranked by smallest 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 Xidagou 7,827

29 Katang Ailieke 8,011

30 Yushikalasu 8,061

31 Dulayti 8,133

32 Bor Tungge 8,321

33 Kokdala 8,361

34 Ewirgol 8,475

35 Aqqan 8,494

36 Kizil 8,516

37 Alashankou 8,525

38 Yamansu 8,554

39 Qong Bora 8,598

40 Sishilichengzi 8,722

41 Jelagax 8,757

42 Tashqorghan 8,919

43 Dianba 8,940

44 Diwopu 8,984

45 Akdala 9,055

46 Yengibag 9,070

47 Karatobe 9,101

48 Ha’erlong 9,259

49 Santai 9,273

50 Xigebi 9,340

51 Segezikule 9,576

52 Awiytan 9,622

53 Damusi 9,678

54 Muhur 9,737

55 Liushujie 9,780

56 Letuyi 9,802

57 Ruoqiang 9,872

58 Alakak 9,917

59 Liugong 10,015

60 Shanghu 10,093

61 Kürti 10,093

62 Qaxa 10,175

63 Yak'airike 10,204

64 Niya 10,210

65 Ka'erdun 10,232

66 Ying'airike 10,253

67 Huanggong 10,310

68 Hanbin 10,407

69 Jetaral 10,427

70 Qulukay 10,447

71 Bayi’awati 10,460

72 Zirefuxiati 10,504

73 Yingwusitang 10,582

74 Laoshawan 10,746

75 Xidi 10,880

76 Kawake 10,992

77 Kezilexilike 11,077

78 Aykol 11,260

79 Sandaoba 11,460

80 Yingye'er 11,485

81 Nur 11,581

82 Dolati 11,609

83 Kalayagaqi 11,766

84 Qongkur 11,850

85 Dongmazar 11,932

86 Mazha 12,069

87 Erliugong 12,329

88 Baojiadian 12,502

89 Keyi 12,538

90 Xemirxek 12,949

91 Qia'erbage 12,972

92 Zangguy 13,027

93 Bohu 13,057

94 Daquan 13,075

95 Jagistay 13,561

96 Turpanyüzi 13,565

97 Yushugou 13,681

98 Tikerik 13,770

99 Sidaohezi 13,877

100 Lucaogou 14,093

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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