Smallest Cities in Amhara

Top 59 cities ranked by smallest cities

Best Amhara Cities

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

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Cleanest Air Cities
Lowest pollution levels for healthy outdoor living.
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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 - Amhara

1 Kara K’orē 7,487
2 Debre Sīna 9,409
3 Debre Werk’ 10,579
4 Dejen 11,739
5 Bichena 19,916
6 Ādīs K’idamē 20,100
7 Tīlīlī 20,400
8 Batī 20,536
9 Were Īlu 20,600
10 Robīt 20,679
11 Debark’ 20,839
12 Lumamē 20,900
13 Ādēt 21,117
14 Wegeda 23,200
15 ‘Alem Ketema 23,500
16 Ābderafī 24,500
17 Harbu 24,500
18 Gimja Bēt Maryam 24,800
19 Ginja Bet 24,800
20 Ādīs Zemen 24,849
21 Mehal Mēda 24,900
22 Burē 25,084
23 Metemma 25,600
24 Maksenyit 25,800
25 Āt’aye 26,300
26 Gurbetē 26,500
27 Filakit 26,500
28 Ibnat 27,000
29 Amba Giorgis 27,300
30 K’ola Diba 27,300
31 Mertule Maryam 27,600
32 Tikil Dingay 28,200
33 Dabat 28,300
34 Hāyk’ 28,500
35 Dembech’a 29,800
36 Abomsa 30,400
37 Āykel 34,000
38 Mersa 36,300
39 Lalibela 39,100
40 T’īs Isat 39,200
41 Robit 39,600
42 Mer’āwī 42,200
43 Kemisē 43,800
44 Nefas Mewch’a 44,200
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 Kombolcha 85,367
53 Weldiya 104,000
54 Debre Tabor 125,300
55 Debre Mark’os 140,700
56 Debre Birhan 146,900
57 Dessie 187,900
58 Bahir Dar 243,300
59 Gonder 323,900

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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