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Smallest Cities in Ethiopia

Top 100 cities ranked by smallest cities

Best Ethiopia 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 Sunniest Cities
Geography & Infrastructure
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Smallest Cities — Ethiopia

1 Hāgere Selam SI 5,169
2 Mēga 51 6,884
3 Kara K’orē 46 7,487
4 Debre Sīna 46 9,409
5 Debre Werk’ 46 10,579
6 Gawanē 45 11,279
7 Dejen 46 11,739
8 Bombe 56 11,969
9 Ījajī 51 12,533
10 Gorē 51 12,708
11 Duuban 52 15,000
12 Shanto 56 15,020
13 Wenjī 51 17,120
14 Tebela 56 17,538
15 Kahandhale 52 18,000
16 Golwayn 52 20,000
17 Ādīs K’idamē 46 20,100
18 Tīlīlī 46 20,400
19 Kercha 51 20,500
20 Were Īlu 46 20,600
21 Robīt 46 20,679
22 Suntu 51 20,700
23 Lumamē 46 20,900
24 Chelenko 51 20,900
25 Ādīs ‘Alem 51 20,900
26 Kuyera 51 21,100
27 Sīrē 51 21,300
28 Dibate 47 21,300
29 Indabaguna 53 21,400
30 Mīlē 45 21,700
31 Intich’o 53 21,800
32 Āyana 51 21,800
33 Adebaye 53 21,800
34 Damboya 55 21,800
35 Hartīshēk 52 22,000
36 Digih Habar Es 52 22,000
37 Mena 51 22,100
38 Sifra 45 22,400
39 Wenago 56 22,800
40 Sheno 51 22,900
41 Kachīsī 51 22,900
42 Gīmbīcho 55 22,900
43 El Bahay 52 23,000
44 Arerti 45 23,000
45 Ara Ali 51 23,000
46 Kele 51 23,100
47 Gobēsa 51 23,200
48 Wegeda 46 23,200
49 Gēdo 51 23,300
50 Metahāra 51 23,403
51 ‘Alem Ketema 46 23,500
52 ‘Alem T’ēna 51 23,700
53 Shendi 23,900
54 Waal 52 24,000
55 Gedeb 52 24,000
56 Mambuk 47 24,100
57 Hīrna 51 24,200
58 Tarch’a Sodo SW 24,300
59 Harbu 46 24,500
60 Ābderafī 46 24,500
61 Bedēsa 56 24,600
62 Gimja Bēt Maryam 46 24,800
63 Ginja Bet 46 24,800
64 Sagurē 51 24,900
65 Mehal Mēda 46 24,900
66 Funyan Bīra 51 25,000
67 Raqo 52 25,090
68 Dimtu 56 25,294
69 Abala 53 25,300
70 Idaga Hamus 53 25,400
71 Chinahsen 52 25,400
72 Worabe 55 25,400
73 Sendafa 51 25,500
74 Metemma 46 25,600
75 Maksenyit 46 25,800
76 Felana 51 26,200
77 Bambesi 47 26,300
78 Āt’aye 46 26,300
79 Waka SW 26,500
80 Gurbetē 46 26,500
81 Filakit 46 26,500
82 Deder 51 26,900
83 Ibnat 46 27,000
84 K’ola Diba 46 27,300
85 Amba Giorgis 46 27,300
86 May Cadera 53 27,300
87 Huruta 51 27,500
88 Ch’ench’a 56 27,500
89 Mertule Maryam 46 27,600
90 Mī’ēso 51 27,700
91 Gasuba 56 27,789
92 Kofelē 51 27,900
93 Tikil Dingay 46 28,200
94 Dabat 46 28,300
95 Gutin 51 28,300
96 Wacha SW 28,300
97 Hāyk’ 46 28,500
98 Mendī 51 29,100
99 Mehoni 45 29,200
100 Wonji 51 29,200

The smallest cities in Ethiopia (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Hāgere Selam has a population of just 5,169. 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 5,169 residents, Hāgere Selam 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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