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Smallest Cities in Kenya

Top 100 cities ranked by smallest cities

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Smallest Cities — Kenya

1 Laisamis 34 5,047
2 Awasi 26 5,052
3 Katito 26 5,098
4 Malava 20 5,131
5 Maji Mazuri 10 5,138
6 North Horr 34 5,177
7 Loiyangalani 34 5,193
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 Mpeketoni 30 5,957
19 Chaka 44 5,970
20 Nyansiongo 42 5,993
21 Lolgorien 41 6,053
22 Tinganga 22 6,059
23 Kendu Bay 17 6,064
24 Kangema 38 6,424
25 Bura 16 6,496
26 Mukurwe-ini 44 6,508
27 Othaya 44 6,650
28 Maseno 26 6,771
29 Kimbimbi 24 6,826
30 Sondu 21 6,869
31 Kaloleni 23 7,016
32 Sori 36 7,020
33 Ogunja 46 7,060
34 Kapsokwony 12 7,077
35 Marereni 23 7,085
36 Garsen 48 7,176
37 Shianda 20 7,502
38 Chogoria 49 7,603
39 Baringo 10 7,656
40 Nkubu 35 7,675
41 Sololo 7,683
42 Il 19 7,812
43 Brooke 21 7,896
44 Giriftu 54 7,935
45 Gatundu 22 7,947
46 Usenge 46 7,976
47 Nandi Hills 40 8,032
48 Kinango 28 8,070
49 Rodi 17 8,122
50 Kibwezi 32 8,143
51 Maragua 38 8,597
52 Sultan Hamud 32 8,718
53 Naro Moru 44 9,018
54 Kutus 24 9,143
55 Kapsowar 14 9,152
56 Marigat 10 9,395
57 Mwatate 47 9,572
58 Chwele 12 9,797
59 Luanda 13 10,053
60 Kwale 28 10,063
61 Kimana 19 10,116
62 Kangundo 31 10,258
63 Sindo 17 10,286
64 Subukia 39 10,344
65 Kainuk 51 10,535
66 Oloitokitok 19 10,568
67 Timau 35 10,571
68 Takaungu 23 10,760
69 Matunda 52 10,807
70 Kilgoris 41 10,845
71 Keroka 42 10,881
72 Merti 18 10,990
73 Gongoni 23 10,993
74 Kinna 18 11,175
75 Butere 20 11,205
76 Tala 31 11,446
77 Dadaab 16 11,525
78 Lokichokio 51 11,626
79 Bomet 11 11,765
80 Ijara 16 11,792
81 Ahero 26 11,801
82 Mau Narok 39 11,806
83 Mado Gashi 16 11,814
84 Majengo 53 11,913
85 Matuu 31 12,073
86 Vipingo 23 12,183
87 Port Victoria 13 12,194
88 Eldas 54 12,270
89 Makutano 31 12,396
90 Wundanyi 47 12,501
91 Chavakali 53 12,674
92 Lokichar 51 12,676
93 Sawa Sawa 28 12,975
94 Sagana 24 13,000
95 Rumuruti 29 13,056
96 Ol Kalau South Settlement 43 13,234
97 Luanda 53 13,319
98 Mogotio 10 13,366
99 Litein 21 13,403
100 Nyambunwa 25 13,405

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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