Smallest Cities in Yucatán

Top 46 cities ranked by smallest cities

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Smallest Cities — Yucatán

1 Paseos de Itzincab 5,013

2 X-Cán 5,191

3 Panabá 5,232

4 Chichimila 5,528

5 Piste 5,528

6 Sotuta 5,548

7 Dzilam González 5,875

8 Cholul 5,880

9 Chicxulub Puerto 6,010

10 Teabo 6,115

11 Homun 6,146

12 Temax 6,239

13 Kinchil 6,307

14 Temozon 6,553

15 Cacalchen 6,787

16 Celestún 6,810

17 Caucel 6,988

18 Conkal 7,173

19 Dzidzantun 7,393

20 Buctzotz 7,515

21 Seyé 8,369

22 Tekoh 9,134

23 Halachó 9,412

24 Tekit 9,834

25 Tzucacab 9,967

26 Akil 10,176

27 Acanceh 10,968

28 Tixkokob 10,968

29 Muna 11,469

30 Espita 11,551

31 Maxcanú 12,621

32 Chemax 14,885

33 Izamal 16,195

34 Chichén-Itzá 18,000

35 Peto 19,821

36 Oxkutzkab 23,096

37 Motul 23,240

38 Hunucmá 24,910

39 Tecax 25,751

40 Ticul 32,796

41 Progreso 37,369

42 Umán 39,611

43 Tizimín 46,971

44 Valladolid 48,973

45 Kanasín 77,240

46 Mérida 1,201,000

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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