Smallest Cities in Denmark

Top 100 cities ranked by smallest cities

Best Denmark Cities

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Cleanest Air Cities
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Most days of sunshine per year, with warm and dry climate.
Most Urban Cities
Densely populated city centers with the largest urban footprints.
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Smallest Cities - Denmark

1 Nykøbing Sjælland 20 5,002
2 Mårslet 18 5,004
3 Hadsund 19 5,051
4 Kolt 18 5,061
5 Otterup 21 5,083
6 Tune 20 5,300
7 Hornbæk 17 5,334
8 Ølstykke 17 5,348
9 Nibe 19 5,433
10 Bellinge 21 5,483
11 Hirtshals 19 5,532
12 Munkebo 21 5,571
13 Neder Holluf 21 5,612
14 Stavnsholt 17 5,658
15 Nordborg 21 5,709
16 Maribo 20 5,722
17 Hellebæk 17 5,790
18 Ålsgårde 17 5,790
19 Kerteminde 21 5,872
20 Rødekro 21 5,950
21 Assens 21 6,050
22 Hornslet 18 6,171
23 Malling 18 6,194
24 Billund 21 6,194
25 Åbybro 19 6,318
26 Skælskør 20 6,472
27 Ringe 21 6,729
28 Gilleleje 17 6,781
29 Slangerup 17 6,826
30 Lemvig 18 6,827
31 Hammel 18 7,019
32 Bramming 21 7,111
33 Skjern 18 7,145
34 Ry 18 7,151
35 Faaborg 21 7,178
36 Ebeltoft 18 7,204
37 Tranbjerg 18 7,307
38 Skagen 19 7,394
39 Hasselager 18 7,437
40 Bjerringbro 18 7,437
41 Brande 18 7,449
42 Vojens 21 7,504
43 Vigerslev 17 7,526
44 Tønder 21 7,543
45 Svenstrup 19 7,650
46 Sorø 20 7,999
47 Nivå 17 8,048
48 Hinnerup 18 8,164
49 Aars 19 8,246
50 Hadsten 18 8,254
51 Ribe 21 8,317
52 Seem 21 8,317
53 Hørning 18 8,395
54 Vejen 21 8,525
55 Hundested 17 8,543
56 Trørød 17 8,576
57 Helsinge 17 8,616
58 Løgten 18 8,659
59 Måløv 17 8,787
60 Løkken 19 8,828
61 Sæby 19 8,838
62 Humlebæk 17 8,965
63 Fredensborg 17 8,965
64 Nykøbing Mors 19 9,031
65 Støvring 19 9,089
66 Smørumnedre 17 9,507
67 Kokkedal 17 9,585
68 Grindsted 21 9,750
69 Alholm 20 9,848
70 Ringkøbing 18 9,894
71 Tårnby 17 10,000
72 Jyllinge 20 10,134
73 Christianshavn 17 10,140
74 Lystrup 18 10,273
75 Fløng 17 11,108
76 Kongens Lyngby 17 11,232
77 Struer 18 11,317
78 Espergærde 17 11,358
79 Gjellerup 18 11,406
80 Odder 18 11,568
81 Hedensted 18 11,591
82 Vordingborg 20 11,747
83 Brøndby Strand 17 11,915
84 Hobro 19 12,071
85 Haslev 20 12,119
86 Løsning 18 12,220
87 Tranekær 21 12,367
88 Dragør 17 12,401
89 Nakskov 20 12,495
90 Brønderslev 19 12,549
91 Frederiksværk 17 12,815
92 Værløse 17 13,069
93 Thisted 19 13,461
94 Hedehusene 17 13,663
95 Rønne 17 13,759
96 Varde 21 14,039
97 Korsør 20 14,463
98 Grenaa 18 14,765
99 Tilst 18 15,617
100 Aabenraa 21 15,967

The smallest cities in Denmark (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Nykøbing Sjælland has a population of just 5,002. 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 5,002 residents, Nykøbing Sjælland 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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