Smallest Cities in Sarawak

Top 51 cities ranked by smallest cities

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Smallest Cities — Sarawak

1 Maludam 5,284

2 Long Lama 5,870

3 Oya 6,027

4 Roban 6,722

5 Sundar 6,806

6 Nanga Medamit 6,968

7 Sematan 7,107

8 Debak 7,907

9 Binatang 7,912

10 Balingian 8,797

11 Lubok Antu 9,542

12 Pantu 9,852

13 Song 9,961

14 Spaoh 11,063

15 Kota Samarahan 12,724

16 Sebuyau 13,200

17 Matu 13,327

18 Pusa 14,273

19 Engkilili 15,031

20 Julau 15,333

21 Pakan 15,462

22 Saratok 19,009

23 Daro 19,477

24 Selangau 19,844

25 Maradong 20,299

26 Dalat 21,147

27 Belaga 22,502

28 Simunjan 23,011

29 Kanowit 24,700

30 Tebedu 25,232

31 Lawas 26,002

32 Lundu 26,372

33 Siburan 27,286

34 Beluru 28,695

35 Sebauh 29,606

36 Tatau 31,920

37 Kapit 33,014

38 Mukah 33,478

39 Sibu Jaya 35,000

40 Betong 36,303

41 Limbang 38,093

42 Sarikei 44,039

43 Sri Aman 47,313

44 Niah 48,875

45 Bau 52,643

46 Serian 58,059

47 Marudi 90,100

48 Bintulu 151,617

49 Sibu 198,239

50 Miri 300,543

51 Kuching 402,738

The smallest cities in Sarawak (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Maludam has a population of just 5,284. 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 5,284 residents, Maludam 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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