Smallest Cities in Idaho

Top 34 cities ranked by smallest cities

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Smallest Cities — Idaho

1 Rigby 5,251

2 Preston 5,800

3 Weiser 5,803

4 Rupert 6,157

5 Fruitland 6,405

6 Emmett 7,948

7 Payette 8,358

8 Sandpoint 9,244

9 Hailey 9,439

10 Middleton 10,101

11 Rathdrum 10,133

12 Burley 11,721

13 Garden City 12,483

14 Blackfoot 12,628

15 Jerome 12,689

16 Star 13,231

17 Chubbuck 15,900

18 Hayden 16,021

19 Mountain Home 16,265

20 Ammon 18,496

21 Moscow 25,868

22 Kuna 25,960

23 Eagle 31,490

24 Lewiston 34,471

25 Rexburg 39,589

26 Post Falls 41,716

27 Twin Falls 53,219

28 Coeur d'Alene 55,558

29 Pocatello 57,152

30 Caldwell 63,465

31 Idaho Falls 66,672

32 Nampa 106,289

33 Meridian 124,865

34 Boise City 235,701

The smallest cities in Idaho (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Rigby has a population of just 5,251. 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 5,251 residents, Rigby 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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