Smallest Cities in Michoacán

Top 100 cities ranked by smallest cities

Smallest Cities - Michoacán

1 Churintzio 5,016
4 Caltzontzin 5,136
5 Charo 5,207
6 Panindícuaro 5,565
7 Capula 5,624
8 Angahuan 5,773
11 Tarímbaro 6,049
12 Pedernales 6,131
13 La Aldea 6,162
14 Tlazazalca 6,202
16 Carapan 6,379
17 Taretan 6,440
18 Villa Madero 6,577
19 Pastor Ortiz 6,630
20 Huandacareo 6,689
23 Indaparapeo 6,791
25 Tingüindín 6,923
26 Santa Ana Maya 7,087
27 Puruarán 7,162
29 Capácuaro 7,424
30 Chilchota 7,673
31 Villa Morelos 7,806
32 Nuevo Urecho 7,988
33 Ario de Rayón 8,464
34 Antúnez 8,591
36 Aguililla 8,801
37 Álvaro Obregón 8,807
38 Huiramba 8,838
39 Tarecuato 8,863
41 Queréndaro 9,105
42 La Huacana 9,395
43 Numarán 9,437
45 Buenos Aires 9,868
46 Opopeo 10,055
49 Chavinda 10,258
50 Nahuatzen 10,283
52 Arteaga 10,537
56 San Pedro Cahro 11,987
57 Villa Jiménez 12,426
58 Lombardía 12,610
59 La Mira 13,415
60 Morelos 13,565
63 Tzintzuntzan 14,432
65 Tingambato 15,010
67 Irimbo 15,215
70 Tuzantla 15,383
71 Peribán de Ramos 15,434
73 Ario de Rosales 16,595
74 Tepalcatepec 17,293
76 Cotija de la Paz 19,018
77 Cherán 19,081
78 Pajacuarán 19,440
79 La Orilla 20,126
81 Huetamo de Núñez 21,864
82 Yurécuaro 23,843
85 Tuxpan 27,371
87 Quiroga 27,862
88 Tancítaro 31,100
89 Turicato 31,849
93 Las Guacamayas 37,980
96 Sahuayo de Morelos 64,431
97 Puruándiro 67,644
99 Zacapu 75,632

The smallest cities in Michoacán (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Churintzio has a population of just 5,016. 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 5,016 residents, Churintzio 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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