Smallest Cities in Latvia

Top 48 cities ranked by smallest cities

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Smallest Cities — Latvia

1 Smiltene D1 5,073

2 Kārsava 19 5,127

3 Ķekava 80 5,446

4 Balvi 03 5,652

5 Lielvārde 21 5,873

6 Ulbroka B5 5,893

7 Alūksne 02 6,188

8 Limbaži 18 6,517

9 Madona 20 6,575

10 Krustpils 10 6,680

11 Aizkraukle 01 6,689

12 Gulbene 09 6,722

13 Ādaži 34 6,734

14 Baloži 80 6,780

15 Līvāni 90 6,790

16 Krāslava 14 6,797

17 Dreiliņi 25 7,125

18 Ludza 19 7,332

19 Ikšķile 21 7,448

20 Karosta 16 7,500

21 Čiekurkalns 25 7,764

22 Aizpute DN 8,083

23 Dobele 08 8,536

24 Talsi 28 8,673

25 Saldus 27 9,553

26 Preiļi 22 9,553

27 Olaine A2 9,654

28 Bauska 04 9,709

29 Kuldīga 15 9,863

30 Daugavgrīva 25 9,952

31 Mežciems 25 14,409

32 Sigulda C7 14,757

33 Bolderaja 25 14,771

34 Cēsis 05 15,020

35 Tukums 29 16,182

36 Dārzciems 25 17,599

37 Salaspils C3 17,826

38 Mārupe 95 19,096

39 Jēkabpils 10 21,014

40 Ogre 21 22,767

41 Valmiera 31 22,812

42 Rēzekne 23 26,429

43 Ventspils 32 32,723

44 Jūrmala 13 52,001

45 Jelgava 11 54,834

46 Liepāja 16 67,421

47 Daugavpils 06 78,126

48 Riga 25 742,572

The smallest cities in Latvia (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Smiltene has a population of just 5,073. 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 5,073 residents, Smiltene 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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