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Smallest Cities in Mauritania

Top 58 cities ranked by smallest cities

Smallest Cities — Mauritania

1 Ould Yenjé 10 5,057
2 Ouad Naga 06 5,165
3 Amourj 01 5,509
4 Diogountourou 10 6,226
5 Diaguily 10 6,278
6 Mboutt 04 6,733
7 Mederdra 06 6,858
8 Bouanzé 10 6,955
9 Hassi Chegar 10 6,960
10 El Ghayra 09 7,240
11 Bousteila 01 7,520
12 Djowol 04 7,582
13 Wali Djantang 04 7,716
14 Kankossa 03 8,122
15 Djiguenni 01 8,293
16 Bouhdida 05 8,316
17 Sagné 04 8,430
18 Ndiago 06 8,440
19 Fondé Elimane 05 8,500
20 Bababé 05 8,869
21 Kobenni 02 8,979
22 R'kiz 06 10,688
23 Vassala 01 10,982
24 Ganki Un 04 11,250
25 Bagodine 05 11,263
26 Lexeiba Un 04 11,417
27 Oualata 01 11,779
28 Basseknou 01 12,232
29 Dar el Barka 05 12,353
30 Tidjikja 09 13,479
31 Maghama 04 13,898
32 Bouly 10 14,906
33 Magṭa‘ Laḥjar 05 15,446
34 Elghabra 03 15,480
35 Ṭinṭâne 02 15,684
36 Akjoujt 12 15,851
37 Rosso 06 15,870
38 Tembedgha 01 17,465
39 Aleg 05 19,183
40 Bogué 05 20,291
41 Tékane 06 22,041
42 El ’Ayoûn 03 22,896
43 Boutilimitt 06 27,170
44 Guerou 03 27,590
45 Ayoun El Atrous 02 28,174
46 Atar 07 31,133
47 Sélibaby 10 32,653
48 Bougadoum 01 40,341
49 Tevragh Zeina 13 48,093
50 Zouérat 11 55,183
51 Kaédi 04 56,283
52 Ksar 13 57,758
53 Mbera 01 58,985
54 Néma 01 60,000
55 Dar Naim 14 61,089
56 Kiffa 03 62,051
57 Nouadhibou 08 146,048
58 Nouakchott 1,184,530

The smallest cities in Mauritania (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Ould Yenjé has a population of just 5,057. 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 5,057 residents, Ould Yenjé 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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