Smallest Cities in Democratic Republic of the Congo

Top 100 cities ranked by smallest cities

Best Democratic Republic of the Congo Cities

Composite rankings combining multiple weighted metrics, 4 topics from climate and air quality data.

Best Climate Cities
Warm temperatures, plenty of sunshine and clean air.
Cleanest Air Cities
Lowest pollution levels for healthy outdoor living.
Sunniest Cities
Most days of sunshine per year, with warm and dry climate.
Most Urban Cities
Densely populated city centers with the largest urban footprints.
Population & Density
Largest Cities Smallest Cities Most Dense Least Dense
Climate & Air
Warmest Cities Coldest Cities Rainiest Cities Driest Cities
Geography & Infrastructure
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Smallest Cities - Democratic Republic of the Congo

1 Isamba 18 8,723
2 Kasongo 10 13,798
3 Bosobolo 26 14,553
4 Lukolela 02 15,000
5 Sake 11 17,151
6 Wamba 16 17,373
7 Bondo 13 17,860
8 Kasongo-Lunda 19 20,060
9 Demba 23 22,263
10 Pepa 29 24,767
11 Malemba-Nkulu 15 25,430
12 Luebo 18 29,167
13 Kasangulu 08 32,035
14 Mokambo 14 34,762
15 Kambove 14 36,702
16 Kampene 10 37,034
17 Kabare 12 37,034
18 Libenge 28 37,344
19 Lubao 21 37,818
20 Pweto 14 38,298
21 Dungu 24 41,076
22 Basankusu 02 41,141
23 Djugu 17 41,409
24 Lubero 11 41,722
25 Katanda 11 42,105
26 Malemba 22 44,027
27 Kabeya-Kamwanga 04 44,093
28 Tshela 08 45,051
29 Mangbwalu 17 45,318
30 Aru 17 45,516
31 Masi-Manimba 20 45,775
32 Kipamba 15 46,430
33 Lukula 27 46,534
34 Bolobo 24 47,032
35 Watsa 16 47,278
36 Buta 13 48,000
37 Businga 26 48,339
38 Zongo 28 48,658
39 Lusambo 27 49,376
40 Fungurume 22 50,100
41 Boende 31 50,794
42 Kayna 11 51,103
43 Mulongo 15 51,603
44 Kirumba 11 52,041
45 Luputa 21 54,676
46 Mangina 11 55,439
47 Dibaya-Lubwe 20 55,672
48 Kutu 24 56,061
49 Mushie 24 61,336
50 Yangambi 30 62,082
51 Nioki 24 62,153
52 Nyunzu 29 62,565
53 Kenge 08 63,317
54 Mangai 20 63,713
55 Binga 25 64,639
56 Kanyobagonga 11 65,000
57 Kituku 29 66,378
58 Inongo 24 68,852
59 Kalima 29 72,327
60 Gbadolite 26 73,835
61 Hyosha 11 74,502
62 Basoko 30 76,371
63 Lisala 25 79,235
64 Kimpese 08 79,539
65 Bolenge 02 79,648
66 Miabi 04 79,929
67 Kanyama 15 80,043
68 Baudhuinville 29 81,181
69 Kabalo 29 81,191
70 Mweka 18 81,267
71 Bulungu 20 81,393
72 Babamba 30 81,740
73 Manono 29 82,465
74 Rutshuru 11 82,680
75 Kongolo 29 86,932
76 Idiofa 20 87,882
77 Katwa 11 89,352
78 Moanda 08 90,812
79 Lodja 27 91,409
80 Bakwa 16 100,575
81 Bumba 25 103,328
82 Bukama 15 105,530
83 Inkisi 08 115,317
84 Tshilenge 22 116,073
85 Ilebo 18 117,245
86 Mbanza-Ngungu 08 142,773
87 Gandajika 21 146,217
88 Kalemie 29 146,974
89 Aketi 13 150,000
90 Butembo 11 154,621
91 Kipushi 14 169,635
92 Kindu 10 172,321
93 Mwene-Ditu 21 189,177
94 Gemena 28 197,159
95 Kamina 15 200,184
96 Bandundu Province 20 202,904
97 Beni 11 232,000
98 Isiro 16 255,409
99 Mwene 22 295,683
100 Boma 08 297,009

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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