Smallest Cities in Gambia

Top 64 cities ranked by smallest cities

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Smallest Cities — Gambia

1 Brikama Ba 03 5,086

2 Kartung 05 5,213

3 Kerewan 07 5,485

4 Sifoe 05 6,015

5 Barra 07 6,020

6 Madiana 03 6,069

7 Jambanjali 05 6,343

8 Alohungari 04 6,726

9 Banjul NDing 05 7,110

10 Kulari 04 7,227

11 Badja Kunda 04 7,403

12 Koina 04 7,462

13 Sinchu Sorry 05 7,687

14 Sabi 04 7,738

15 Sinchu Balla 03 8,008

16 Djalabango 05 8,139

17 Bijilo 05 8,231

18 Kololi 05 8,710

19 Tujering 05 8,866

20 Old Jeswang 01 9,064

21 Kaimbujae NDing 05 9,161

22 Bansang 03 9,528

23 Jamisa 05 9,962

24 Mandinari 05 10,273

25 Garawol 04 10,547

26 Kerr Serign 05 11,524

27 Essau 07 11,758

28 Old Yundum 05 12,042

29 Yundum 05 13,162

30 Gambissar 04 13,371

31 Basse Santa Su 04 14,380

32 Farato 04 15,017

33 Sanyang 05 15,090

34 Soma 02 15,210

35 Kanifing 01 17,159

36 Tanji 05 17,441

37 Latri Sabiji 05 18,747

38 Abuko 05 18,978

39 Kotu 01 19,634

40 Sinchu Alagi 05 19,672

41 Kunkujang 05 19,998

42 Bakoti 05 20,314

43 New Jeshwang 01 20,878

44 Dippa Kunda 01 21,190

45 Manjai Kunda 01 22,327

46 Gunjur 05 22,741

47 Latri Kunda 01 23,724

48 Sanchaba 05 25,091

49 Ibo Town 01 27,353

50 Brufut 05 27,664

51 Welingara 05 27,856

52 Lamin 07 28,500

53 Busumbala 05 28,829

54 Bakau New Town 01 30,325

55 Farafenni 07 32,883

56 Nema Kunku 05 34,390

57 Banjul 01 37,274

58 Bakau 01 43,098

59 Faji Kunda 05 45,757

60 Talinding 01 48,687

61 Sukuta 05 56,472

62 Bununka Kunda 01 66,449

63 Brikama 05 97,233

64 Serekunda 01 340,000

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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