Smallest Cities in Rhône-Alpes

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Smallest Cities — Rhône-Alpes

1 Saint-Genis-les-Ollières 5,029

2 La Grand-Croix 5,045

3 Sury-le-Comtal 5,046

4 Mornant 5,055

5 Barberaz 5,059

6 Le Cendre 5,072

7 Lentilly 5,079

8 Anse 5,099

9 La Voulte-sur-Rhône 5,108

10 Megève 5,129

11 Lezoux 5,170

12 La Mure 5,190

13 Beynost 5,198

14 Aurec-sur-Loire 5,226

15 Chasse-sur-Rhône 5,229

16 Tignieu 5,244

17 Amplepuis 5,261

18 Thyez 5,383

19 Saint-Alban-Leysse 5,452

20 Pont-Évêque 5,479

21 Saint-Pourçain-sur-Sioule 5,480

22 Saint-Galmier 5,485

23 Publier 5,525

24 Saint-Jorioz 5,571

25 Saint-Martin-le-Vinoux 5,589

26 Champagne-au-Mont-d'Or 5,681

27 Châtel-Guyon 5,681

28 Sainte-Sigolène 5,734

29 Arpajon-sur-Cère 5,744

30 Jonage 5,750

31 Saint-Genest-Lerpt 5,792

32 Loriol-sur-Drôme 5,803

33 Jassans-Riottier 5,839

34 Viriat 5,850

35 Ceyrat 5,880

36 Saint-Gervais-les-Bains 5,882

37 Marignier 5,883

38 Saint-Bonnet-de-Mure 5,890

39 Reignier-Ésery 5,892

40 Tain-l'Hermitage 5,923

41 Saint-Priest-en-Jarez 5,924

42 Vétraz-Monthoux 5,991

43 Thônes 6,032

44 Rives 6,067

45 Saint-Jean-Bonnefonds 6,076

46 Gannat 6,096

47 La Verpillière 6,205

48 Belleville 6,299

49 Gières 6,299

50 Chabeuil 6,302

51 Saint-Quentin-Fallavier 6,302

52 L'Arbresle 6,398

53 Poisy 6,399

54 Péronnas 6,411

55 Lagnieu 6,454

56 Montluel 6,528

57 Cognin 6,577

58 Faverges 6,580

59 Saint-Ismier 6,630

60 Scionzier 6,766

61 La Ravoire 6,768

62 Divonne-les-Bains 6,775

63 La Talaudière 6,791

64 Allières-et-Risset 6,815

65 Le Péage-de-Roussillon 6,869

66 Domène 6,882

67 Saint-Péray 6,922

68 Vif 6,942

69 Pontcharra 6,948

70 Trévoux 6,957

71 Ville-la-Grand 7,033

72 La Tronche 7,125

73 Fontaines-sur-Saône 7,129

74 La Mulatière 7,185

75 La Tour-du-Pin 7,248

76 Yssingeaux 7,286

77 Nyons 7,330

78 Villard-Bonnot 7,400

79 Seyssins 7,408

80 Saint-Genis-Pouilly 7,428

81 Brioude 7,451

82 Neuville-sur-Saône 7,453

83 Commentry 7,461

84 Meximieux 7,467

85 Saint-Flour 7,499

86 Sorbiers 7,549

87 Le Coteau 7,571

88 Saint-Marcellin 7,592

89 Tullins 7,689

90 Ugine 7,703

91 Ferney-Voltaire 7,742

92 Mably 7,830

93 Moirans 7,886

94 Ambert 7,901

95 Feurs 7,901

96 Vizille 7,962

97 La Ricamarie 7,997

98 Saint-Paul-Trois-Châteaux 8,028

99 Monistrol-sur-Loire 8,049

100 Roussillon 8,082

The smallest cities in Rhône-Alpes (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Saint-Genis-les-Ollières has a population of just 5,029. 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 5,029 residents, Saint-Genis-les-Ollières 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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