Smallest Cities in Gambia

Top 63 cities ranked by smallest cities

Smallest Cities - Gambia

1 Brikama Ba 03 5,086
2 Kartung 05 5,213
3 Sifoe 05 6,015
4 Barra 07 6,020
5 Madiana 03 6,069
6 Jambanjali 05 6,343
7 Alohungari 04 6,726
8 Banjul NDing 05 7,110
9 Kulari 04 7,227
10 Badja Kunda 04 7,403
11 Koina 04 7,462
12 Sinchu Sorry 05 7,687
13 Sabi 04 7,738
14 Sinchu Balla 03 8,008
15 Djalabango 05 8,139
16 Bijilo 05 8,231
17 Kololi 05 8,710
18 Tujering 05 8,866
19 Old Jeswang 01 9,064
20 Kaimbujae NDing 05 9,161
21 Bansang 03 9,528
22 Jamisa 05 9,962
23 Mandinari 05 10,273
24 Garawol 04 10,547
25 Kerr Serign 05 11,524
26 Essau 07 11,758
27 Old Yundum 05 12,042
28 Yundum 05 13,162
29 Gambissar 04 13,371
30 Basse Santa Su 04 14,380
31 Farato 04 15,017
32 Sanyang 05 15,090
33 Soma 02 15,210
34 Tanji 05 17,441
35 Latri Sabiji 05 18,747
36 Abuko 05 18,978
37 Kotu 01 19,634
38 Sinchu Alagi 05 19,672
39 Kunkujang 05 19,998
40 Bakoti 05 20,314
41 New Jeshwang 01 20,878
42 Dippa Kunda 01 21,190
43 Manjai Kunda 01 22,327
44 Gunjur 05 22,741
45 Latri Kunda 01 23,724
46 Sanchaba 05 25,091
47 Ibo Town 01 27,353
48 Brufut 05 27,664
49 Welingara 05 27,856
50 Lamin 07 28,500
51 Busumbala 05 28,829
52 Bakau New Town 01 30,325
53 Banjul 01 31,356
54 Farafenni 07 32,883
55 Nema Kunku 05 34,390
56 Bakau 01 43,098
57 Faji Kunda 05 45,757
58 Talinding 01 48,687
59 Sukuta 05 56,472
60 Bununka Kunda 01 66,449
61 Brikama 05 81,007
62 Serekunda 01 340,000
63 Kanifing 01 382,096

The smallest cities in Gambia (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Brikama Ba has a population of just 5,086. 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 5,086 residents, Brikama Ba 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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