Smallest Cities in Yucatán

Top 48 cities ranked by smallest cities

Smallest Cities - Yucatán

3 X-Cán 5,191
4 Panabá 5,232
5 Chichimila 5,528
6 Piste 5,528
7 Sotuta 5,548
8 Samahil 5,631
9 Tixpéhual 5,690
10 Dzilam González 5,875
11 Cholul 5,880
12 Teabo 6,115
13 Homun 6,146
14 Temax 6,239
15 Kinchil 6,307
16 Temozon 6,553
17 Cacalchen 6,787
18 Caucel 6,988
19 Conkal 7,173
20 Dzidzantun 7,393
21 Buctzotz 7,515
22 Seyé 8,369
23 Celestún 8,389
24 Tekoh 9,134
25 Halachó 9,412
26 Tekit 9,834
27 Tzucacab 9,967
28 Akil 10,176
29 Acanceh 10,968
30 Tixkokob 10,968
31 Muna 11,469
32 Espita 11,551
33 Chemax 14,885
34 Izamal 15,101
35 Chichén-Itzá 18,000
36 Peto 19,821
37 Oxkutzkab 23,096
38 Motul 23,240
39 Maxcanú 23,991
40 Hunucmá 24,910
41 Ticul 32,796
42 Progreso 37,369
43 Tecax 50,789
44 Tizimín 52,593
45 Umán 56,049
46 Kanasín 139,753
47 Valladolid 299,816
48 Mérida 892,363

The smallest cities in Yucatán (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Paseos de Itzincab has a population of just 5,013. 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 5,013 residents, Paseos de Itzincab 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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