Smallest Cities in Zhejiang

Top 63 cities ranked by smallest cities

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Smallest Cities — Zhejiang

1 Yushang 5,150

2 Renzhuang 5,432

3 Shuqiao 6,285

4 Longnan 6,475

5 Zhukou 8,335

6 Daidaon 8,468

7 Xiaomei 8,559

8 Pingdu 8,972

9 Putuoshan 10,411

10 Gaohu 10,725

11 Chatian 10,790

12 Gongqian 10,867

13 Ma’ao 10,929

14 Shaliu 11,420

15 Shangyang 11,703

16 Ganlan 12,241

17 Dongyuan 12,572

18 Xiazhi 13,111

19 Lakou 14,016

20 Anren 14,669

21 Xiaosha 15,193

22 Tianducheng 30,000

23 Xingqiao 52,400

24 Wuzhen 60,000

25 Xianju 61,532

26 Zhaobaoshan 61,979

27 Zhicheng 63,753

28 Kunyang 65,009

29 Wenling 67,433

30 Ninghai 68,330

31 Haining 70,171

32 Fuyang 70,183

33 Lanxi 73,706

34 Fenghua 76,653

35 Linping 78,180

36 Jinxiang 84,231

37 Deqing 87,576

38 Xiaoshan 95,234

39 Shenjiamen 95,433

40 Zhuji 110,721

41 Chóngfú 112,060

42 Yuyao 114,177

43 Dongyang 130,387

44 Jiashan 137,112

45 Lianghu 155,000

46 Lishui 451,418

47 Jiaojiang 470,804

48 Guli 536,000

49 Shangyu 770,000

50 Zhoushan 882,932

51 Quzhou 902,767

52 Rui’an 927,383

53 Huzhou 1,015,937

54 Jiaxing 1,180,000

55 Cixi 1,457,510

56 Jinhua 1,463,990

57 Yiwu 1,481,384

58 Taizhou 1,485,502

59 Shaoxing 2,300,000

60 Wenzhou 2,650,000

61 Puyang 3,590,000

62 Ningbo 3,731,203

63 Hangzhou 9,236,032

The smallest cities in Zhejiang (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Yushang has a population of just 5,150. 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 5,150 residents, Yushang 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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