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Smallest Cities in Oromiya

Top 79 cities ranked by smallest cities

Smallest Cities — Oromiya

1 Mēga 6,884
2 Ījajī 12,533
3 Gorē 12,708
4 Wenjī 17,120
5 Kercha 20,500
6 Suntu 20,700
7 Ādīs ‘Alem 20,900
8 Chelenko 20,900
9 Kuyera 21,100
10 Sīrē 21,300
11 Āyana 21,800
12 Mena 22,100
13 Kachīsī 22,900
14 Sheno 22,900
15 Ara Ali 23,000
16 Kele 23,100
17 Gobēsa 23,200
18 Gēdo 23,300
19 Metahāra 23,403
20 ‘Alem T’ēna 23,700
21 Hīrna 24,200
22 Sagurē 24,900
23 Funyan Bīra 25,000
24 Sendafa 25,500
25 Felana 26,200
26 Deder 26,900
27 Huruta 27,500
28 Mī’ēso 27,700
29 Kofelē 27,900
30 Gutin 28,300
31 Mendī 29,100
32 Wonji 29,200
33 Tulu Bolo 30,000
34 Guder 30,600
35 Dēra 30,700
36 Āsbe Teferī 30,772
37 Dayē 31,000
38 Īteya 31,100
39 Shambu 31,100
40 Bale Robe 31,400
41 Welench’ītī 31,500
42 Gelemso 34,200
43 Ghinnir 35,500
44 Yabēlo 36,300
45 Babīlē 36,700
46 Bek’ojī 36,800
47 Gīnch’ī 37,600
48 Bedēsa 37,700
49 Nejo 39,400
50 Bedelē 40,500
51 Gebre Guracha 41,200
52 Āsasa 42,900
53 Dodola 43,200
54 Shakiso 47,500
55 Kibre Mengist 47,600
56 Genet 48,300
57 Āgaro 52,800
58 Fichē 57,100
59 Hagere Maryam 57,700
60 Metu 59,700
61 Dembī Dolo 61,100
62 Mojo 61,300
63 ‘Alemaya 63,700
64 Gimbi 64,300
65 Goba 66,500
66 Negēlē 73,100
67 Mek’ī 75,200
68 Waliso 78,600
69 Ziway 90,500
70 Arsi Negele 98,100
71 Hāgere Hiywet 99,900
72 Burayu 101,400
73 Sebeta 102,300
74 Āsela 139,500
75 Nek’emtē 156,000
76 Bishoftu 207,400
77 Shashamane 208,400
78 Jimma 250,900
79 Nazrēt 456,900

The smallest cities in Oromiya (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Mēga has a population of just 6,884. 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 6,884 residents, Mēga 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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