Smallest Cities in Kedah

Top 62 cities ranked by smallest cities

Smallest Cities - Kedah

1 Bukit Pinang 5,012
3 Bagan Samak 5,391
4 Tebengau 5,415
7 Sungai Kob 5,777
8 Langgar 5,872
9 Kangkong 6,034
10 Kampung Pulai 6,129
12 Kampung Pering 7,227
13 Alor Merah 7,273
14 Kuala Nerang 7,802
15 Tikam Batu 8,323
17 Kampung Sok 8,781
18 Simpang Empat 9,149
19 Gunong 9,200
20 Kampung Siong 9,413
21 Kampong Tajar 9,441
22 Ayer Hangat 10,000
23 Padang Mat Sirat 10,000
24 Kampung Jerlun 11,094
25 Kampong Bakai 12,235
26 Kepala Batas 12,397
28 Kampong Merbok 12,940
29 Sintok 12,942
30 Guar Chempedak 13,781
31 Pantai Cenang 15,000
32 Gurun 15,964
33 Padang Besar 16,235
34 Anak Bukit 16,525
35 Teloi Kanan 17,972
36 Lunas 18,236
37 Kampung Kupang 18,844
38 Changloon 18,872
40 Pulai 19,093
41 Kuala Ketil 19,209
42 Kuala Kedah 19,231
43 Pokok Sena 19,677
44 Tokai 30,000
45 Kuah 30,212
46 Sik 32,565
47 Sungai Lalang 34,947
48 Bandar Baharu 44,412
49 Bedong 47,585
50 Padang Serai 50,757
51 Kampong Sidam 60,983
52 Jitra 63,489
53 Yan Besar 67,653
54 Pendang 94,033
55 Kulim 150,000
56 Derga 217,000
57 Lepai 217,000
59 Pengkalan Kundor 217,000
60 Alor Setar 217,000
61 Sungai Petani 544,851
62 Kota Kuala Muda 544,984

The smallest cities in Kedah (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Bukit Pinang has a population of just 5,012. 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 5,012 residents, Bukit Pinang 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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