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Smallest Cities in Amhara

Top 59 cities ranked by smallest cities

Smallest Cities — Amhara

1 Kara K’orē 7,487
2 Debre Sīna 9,409
3 Debre Werk’ 10,579
4 Dejen 11,739
6 Tīlīlī 20,400
7 Were Īlu 20,600
8 Robīt 20,679
9 Lumamē 20,900
10 Wegeda 23,200
11 ‘Alem Ketema 23,500
12 Ābderafī 24,500
13 Harbu 24,500
14 Gimja Bēt Maryam 24,800
15 Ginja Bet 24,800
16 Mehal Mēda 24,900
17 Metemma 25,600
18 Maksenyit 25,800
19 Āt’aye 26,300
20 Gurbetē 26,500
21 Filakit 26,500
22 Ibnat 27,000
23 K’ola Diba 27,300
24 Amba Giorgis 27,300
25 Mertule Maryam 27,600
26 Tikil Dingay 28,200
27 Dabat 28,300
28 Hāyk’ 28,500
29 Dembech’a 29,800
30 Abomsa 30,400
31 Āykel 34,000
32 Ādīs Zemen 36,300
33 Mersa 36,300
34 Bichena 36,500
35 Batī 37,600
36 Lalibela 39,100
37 T’īs Isat 39,200
38 Robit 39,600
39 Mer’āwī 42,200
40 Ādēt 43,200
41 Kemisē 43,800
42 Nefas Mewch’a 44,200
43 Burē 46,000
44 Debark’ 46,800
45 Injibara 47,500
46 Werota 47,800
47 Sek’ot’a 50,300
48 Dangila 56,000
49 Kobo 56,100
50 Finote Selam 58,400
51 Mot’a 59,000
52 Weldiya 104,000
53 Debre Tabor 125,300
54 Kombolcha 132,100
55 Debre Mark’os 140,700
56 Debre Birhan 146,900
57 Dessie 270,400
58 Bahir Dar 350,000
59 Gonder 466,000

The smallest cities in Amhara (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Kara K’orē has a population of just 7,487. 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 7,487 residents, Kara K’orē 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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