Smallest Cities in Kenya

Top 100 cities ranked by smallest cities

Smallest Cities - Kenya

1 Laisamis 34 5,047
2 Awasi 26 5,052
3 Katito 26 5,098
4 Loiyangalani 34 5,117
5 Malava 20 5,131
6 Maji Mazuri 10 5,138
7 North Horr 34 5,177
8 Gazi 28 5,222
9 Engineer 43 5,324
10 Lare 35 5,358
11 Jebilat 42 5,373
12 Witu 30 5,380
13 Dundori 39 5,392
14 Rironi 22 5,544
15 Githiga A 22 5,565
16 Olulung’a 41 5,609
17 Mtito Andei 32 5,626
18 Dadaab 16 5,723
19 Mpeketoni 30 5,957
20 Chaka 44 5,970
21 Nyansiongo 42 5,993
22 Lolgorien 41 6,053
23 Tinganga 22 6,059
24 Kendu Bay 17 6,064
25 Yala 46 6,412
26 Kangema 38 6,424
27 Bura 16 6,496
28 Mukurwe-ini 44 6,508
29 Rumuruti 29 6,518
30 Othaya 44 6,650
31 Maseno 26 6,771
32 Kimbimbi 24 6,826
33 Sondu 21 6,869
34 Kaloleni 23 7,016
35 Sori 36 7,020
36 Ogunja 46 7,060
37 Kapsokwony 12 7,077
38 Marereni 23 7,085
39 Garsen 48 7,176
40 Faza 30 7,447
41 Shianda 20 7,502
42 Chogoria 49 7,603
43 Baringo 10 7,656
44 Nkubu 35 7,675
45 Sololo 7,683
46 Il 19 7,812
47 Brooke 21 7,896
48 Giriftu 54 7,935
49 Gatundu 22 7,947
50 Usenge 46 7,976
51 Nandi Hills 40 8,032
52 Kinango 28 8,070
53 Rodi 17 8,122
54 Kibwezi 32 8,143
55 Maragua 38 8,597
56 Sultan Hamud 32 8,718
57 Naro Moru 44 9,018
58 Kutus 24 9,143
59 Kapsowar 14 9,152
60 Marigat 10 9,395
61 Mwatate 47 9,572
62 Chwele 12 9,797
63 Luanda 13 10,053
64 Kwale 28 10,063
65 Kimana 19 10,116
66 Kangundo 31 10,258
67 Sindo 17 10,286
68 Subukia 39 10,344
69 Kainuk 51 10,535
70 Oloitokitok 19 10,568
71 Timau 35 10,571
72 Takaungu 23 10,760
73 Matunda 52 10,807
74 Kilgoris 41 10,845
75 Keroka 42 10,881
76 Merti 18 10,990
77 Gongoni 23 10,993
78 Kinna 18 11,175
79 Tala 31 11,446
80 Lokichokio 51 11,626
81 Bomet 11 11,765
82 Ijara 16 11,792
83 Ahero 26 11,801
84 Mau Narok 39 11,806
85 Mado Gashi 16 11,814
86 Msambweni 28 11,985
87 Matuu 31 12,073
88 Vipingo 23 12,183
89 Port Victoria 13 12,194
90 Eldas 54 12,270
91 Makutano 31 12,396
92 Wundanyi 47 12,501
93 Lokichar 51 12,676
94 Sawa Sawa 28 12,975
95 Sagana 24 13,000
97 Luanda 53 13,319
98 Mogotio 10 13,366
99 Litein 21 13,403
100 Bura Tana 48 13,650

The smallest cities in Kenya (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Laisamis has a population of just 5,047. 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 5,047 residents, Laisamis 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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