Smallest Cities in New York

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Smallest Cities — New York

1 Clarkson 5,002

2 Ardsley 5,005

3 Sea Cliff 5,037

4 Hamlin 5,041

5 Ballston Spa 5,080

6 Liberty 5,083

7 Carle Place 5,094

8 Saranac Lake 5,099

9 West Hills 5,138

10 Mechanicville 5,143

11 Elmsford 5,183

12 Islip Terrace 5,223

13 Wheatley Heights 5,266

14 Firthcliffe 5,268

15 Westvale 5,293

16 North Hills 5,419

17 Williamsville 5,430

18 New Hempstead 5,431

19 Fairport 5,436

20 Hampton Manor 5,448

21 Malone 5,466

22 Blauvelt 5,485

23 Albion 5,495

24 Lake Mohegan 5,566

25 Kaser 5,568

26 Country Knolls 5,587

27 Bath 5,595

28 Kings Point 5,614

29 Calverton 5,629

30 Pelham Manor 5,648

31 Wappingers Falls 5,694

32 Washingtonville 5,723

33 Webster 5,734

34 East Hampton North 5,751

35 Goshen 5,751

36 East Moriches 5,794

37 Lakeview 5,794

38 Medina 5,799

39 Big Flats 5,846

40 Harris Hill 5,853

41 East Farmingdale 5,866

42 East Quogue 5,871

43 Salamanca 5,878

44 Hudson 5,900

45 Mattydale 5,978

46 Hilton 5,990

47 East Aurora 5,997

48 Yaphank 6,140

49 Wesley Hills 6,150

50 South Valley Stream 6,177

51 Old Bethpage 6,179

52 Centerport 6,219

53 East Rochester 6,263

54 Highland 6,321

55 Rochester Institute of Technology 6,339

56 Flanders 6,388

57 Southport 6,435

58 Fairview CDP (Dutchess County) 6,454

59 Horseheads 6,494

60 Gananda 6,501

61 North Sea 6,517

62 Bronxville 6,539

63 Irvington 6,541

64 Larchmont 6,542

65 West Point 6,549

66 East Greenbush 6,562

67 Solvay 6,590

68 Southold 6,600

69 Warwick 6,625

70 Tappan 6,704

71 North Syracuse 6,727

72 Bayville 6,744

73 Lawrence 6,771

74 University at Buffalo 6,776

75 South Hill 6,805

76 Walden 6,871

77 Norwich 6,880

78 Roslyn Heights 6,881

79 Oyster Bay 6,900

80 Radisson 6,901

81 Binghamton University 6,921

82 Manorhaven 6,934

83 Seneca Falls 6,967

84 Tuckahoe 6,990

85 Brockport 7,153

86 Oakdale 7,171

87 Sound Beach 7,207

88 Canton 7,222

89 Carmel 7,222

90 North Patchogue 7,243

91 Pelham 7,247

92 East Hills 7,249

93 Monticello 7,252

94 Scotia 7,260

95 East Shoreham 7,279

96 Cedarhurst 7,306

97 Northport 7,320

98 Briarcliff Manor 7,333

99 Herkimer 7,335

100 Pleasantville 7,395

The smallest cities in New York (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Clarkson has a population of just 5,002. 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 5,002 residents, Clarkson 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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