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Smallest Cities in Democratic Republic of the Congo

Top 100 cities ranked by smallest cities

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Smallest Cities — Democratic Republic of the Congo

1 Isamba 18 8,723
2 Bosobolo 26 14,553
3 Lukolela 02 15,000
4 Sake 11 17,151
5 Wamba 16 17,373
6 Bondo 13 17,860
7 Kasongo-Lunda 19 20,060
8 Demba 23 22,263
9 Pepa 29 24,767
10 Malemba-Nkulu 15 25,430
11 Mokambo 14 34,762
12 Kampene 10 37,034
13 Kabare 12 37,034
14 Libenge 28 37,344
15 Lubao 21 37,818
16 Pweto 14 38,298
17 Dungu 24 41,076
18 Basankusu 02 41,141
19 Djugu 17 41,409
20 Lubero 11 41,722
21 Katanda 11 42,105
22 Malemba 22 44,027
23 Kabeya-Kamwanga 04 44,093
24 Kanyobagonga 11 44,146
25 Mangbwalu 17 45,318
26 Kasangulu 08 45,400
27 Luebo 18 45,443
28 Aru 17 45,516
29 Masi-Manimba 20 45,775
30 Kipamba 15 46,430
31 Lukula 27 46,534
32 Bolobo 24 47,032
33 Watsa 16 47,278
34 Businga 26 48,339
35 Zongo 28 48,658
36 Lusambo 27 49,376
37 Fungurume 22 50,100
38 Boende 31 50,794
39 Kayna 11 51,103
40 Kirumba 11 52,041
41 Luputa 21 54,676
42 Mangina 11 55,439
43 Dibaya-Lubwe 20 55,672
44 Kutu 24 56,061
45 Mushie 24 61,336
46 Aketi 13 61,437
47 Yangambi 30 62,082
48 Nioki 24 62,153
49 Nyunzu 29 62,565
50 Kenge 08 63,317
51 Mangai 20 63,713
52 Tshela 08 64,210
53 Kituku 29 66,378
54 Inongo 24 68,852
55 Kalima 29 72,327
56 Gbadolite 26 73,835
57 Hyosha 11 74,502
58 Basoko 30 76,371
59 Kimpese 08 79,539
60 Bolenge 02 79,648
61 Miabi 04 79,929
62 Kanyama 15 80,043
63 Buta 13 80,751
64 Baudhuinville 29 81,181
65 Kabalo 29 81,191
66 Mweka 18 81,267
67 Bulungu 20 81,393
68 Kasongo 10 81,629
69 Babamba 30 81,740
70 Manono 29 82,465
71 Rutshuru 11 82,680
72 Kongolo 29 86,932
73 Idiofa 20 87,882
74 Mulongo 15 89,340
75 Katwa 11 89,352
76 Lodja 27 91,409
77 Binga 25 96,790
78 Kambove 14 99,884
79 Bakwa 16 100,575
80 Bukama 15 105,530
81 Inkisi 08 115,317
82 Tshilenge 22 116,073
83 Ilebo 18 117,245
84 Lisala 25 117,464
85 Moanda 08 128,804
86 Beni 11 140,731
87 Mbanza-Ngungu 08 142,773
88 Bumba 25 154,586
89 Kalemie 29 160,961
90 Kipushi 14 169,635
91 Mwene-Ditu 21 189,177
92 Gemena 28 197,159
93 Kamina 15 200,184
94 Bandundu Province 20 202,904
95 Gandajika 21 208,051
96 Kabinda 21 219,396
97 Kindu 10 234,651
98 Isiro 16 255,409
99 Butembo 11 286,242
100 Mwene 22 295,683

The smallest cities in Democratic Republic of the Congo (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Isamba has a population of just 8,723. 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 8,723 residents, Isamba 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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