Smallest Cities in Apulia

Top 100 cities ranked by smallest cities

Smallest Cities - Apulia

2 Alessano 5,078
3 Soleto 5,098
4 Fragagnano 5,098
5 Tuglie 5,100
6 Torchiarolo 5,136
7 Stornara 5,144
8 Neviano 5,182
9 Cellamare 5,209
11 Monteiasi 5,350
12 Alezio 5,397
13 Presicce 5,482
14 Ascoli Satriano 5,518
15 Corsano 5,526
16 Mattinata 5,727
17 Cisternino 5,746
18 Poggiardo 5,863
21 Lesina 5,954
22 Lizzanello 6,115
23 Collepasso 6,178
24 Melendugno 6,415
25 Scorrano 6,476
26 Carapelle 6,524
28 Spinazzola 6,613
29 Troia 6,614
31 Carosino 6,742
32 Avetrana 6,797
33 San Donaci 6,840
34 Villa Castelli 6,982
36 Melissano 7,169
37 Palagianello 7,195
38 Calimera 7,207
39 Vico del Gargano 7,284
40 Cagnano Varano 7,309
41 Locorotondo 7,471
42 Loseto 7,580
43 Novoli 7,898
44 Cavallino 7,959
45 Cutrofiano 8,056
46 Lequile 8,137
47 Erchie 8,468
48 Toritto 8,475
49 Salice Salentino 8,499
50 Parabita 8,739
51 Ugento 8,875
53 Ruffano 9,091
54 Pulsano 9,197
55 Minervino Murge 9,242
57 Martano 9,320
58 Alberobello 9,391
59 Carmiano 9,472
60 Racale 9,542
61 Aradeo 9,570
63 Lizzano 10,116
65 Campi Salentina 10,596
66 Bitritto 10,773
67 Taurisano 10,799
68 Matino 10,966
69 Vieste 11,227
70 Surbo 11,363
71 Bitetto 11,374
73 Taviano 11,560
74 Turi 11,813
76 Crispiano 12,429
77 Monte Sant'Angelo 12,482
78 Grumo Appula 12,618
79 Mottola 13,146
80 Apricena 13,195
81 Monteroni di Lecce 13,246
82 Polignano a Mare 13,356
83 San Marco in Lamis 13,388
84 Leverano 13,643
86 Tricase 13,702
88 Statte 13,867
89 Laterza 13,879
90 Trinitapoli 13,885
91 Capurso 13,958
92 Veglie 13,970
93 Carovigno 14,043
94 Trepuzzi 14,141
95 Galatone 14,153
96 Castellaneta 14,333
97 Maglie 14,397
98 Squinzano 14,482
99 Castellana 14,485
100 San Giorgio Ionico 14,618

The smallest cities in Apulia (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Gagliano del Capo has a population of just 5,042. 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 5,042 residents, Gagliano del Capo 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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