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Smallest Cities in Kedah

Top 60 cities ranked by smallest cities

Smallest Cities — Kedah

1 Bukit Pinang 5,012
4 Bagan Samak 5,391
5 Tebengau 5,415
8 Sungai Kob 5,777
9 Langgar 5,872
10 Kangkong 6,034
11 Kampung Pulai 6,129
13 Kampung Pering 7,227
14 Alor Merah 7,273
15 Kuala Nerang 7,802
16 Tikam Batu 8,323
18 Kampung Sok 8,781
19 Simpang Empat 9,149
20 Gunong 9,200
21 Kampung Siong 9,413
22 Kampong Tajar 9,441
23 Ayer Hangat 10,000
24 Padang Mat Sirat 10,000
25 Kampung Jerlun 11,094
26 Kampong Bakai 12,235
27 Kepala Batas 12,397
29 Kampong Merbok 12,940
30 Sintok 12,942
31 Guar Chempedak 13,781
32 Pantai Cenang 15,000
33 Gurun 15,964
34 Padang Besar 16,235
35 Anak Bukit 16,525
36 Teloi Kanan 17,972
37 Lunas 18,236
38 Kampung Kupang 18,844
39 Changloon 18,872
41 Pulai 19,093
42 Kuala Ketil 19,209
43 Kuala Kedah 19,231
44 Pokok Sena 19,677
45 Tokai 30,000
46 Kuah 30,212
47 Sik 32,565
48 Sungai Lalang 34,947
50 Bandar Baharu 44,412
51 Bedong 47,585
52 Padang Serai 50,757
53 Kampong Sidam 60,983
54 Jitra 63,489
55 Yan Besar 67,653
56 Pendang 94,033
57 Kulim 170,889
58 Alor Setar 417,800
59 Sungai Petani 544,851
60 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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