Smallest Cities in Tolima Department

Top 46 cities ranked by smallest cities

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Smallest Cities — Tolima Department

1 San Antonio 5,185

2 Guayabal 5,339

3 Playarrica 5,381

4 Carmen de Apicalá 5,640

5 Piedras 5,662

6 Roncesvalles 6,340

7 Santa Isabel 6,382

8 Casabianca 6,639

9 Ambalema 6,683

10 Ortega 6,871

11 La Chamba 7,075

12 Prado 7,607

13 Herveo 7,893

14 Alvarado 8,796

15 Palocabildo 9,120

16 Falan 9,204

17 Saldaña 9,237

18 Cajamarca 9,309

19 Cunday 9,544

20 Coello 9,887

21 Icononzo 10,801

22 Gaitania 11,000

23 Junín 11,158

24 Venadillo 11,310

25 Armero-Guyabal 11,720

26 Ataco 13,470

27 Chicoral 14,686

28 Lérida 17,197

29 Fresno 17,668

30 Rioblanco 19,090

31 Padua 19,311

32 Chaparral 19,982

33 Rovira 20,452

34 Planadas 21,557

35 Natagaima 22,455

36 Anaime 25,715

37 Melgar 25,980

38 Honda 28,158

39 Flandes 29,296

40 Purificación 29,539

41 Guamo 30,516

42 San Sebastián de Mariquita 33,340

43 Payandé 37,496

44 Líbano 39,459

45 Espinal 56,213

46 Ibagué 529,635

The smallest cities in Tolima Department (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. San Antonio has a population of just 5,185. 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 5,185 residents, San Antonio 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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