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Smallest Cities in North Macedonia

Top 70 cities ranked by smallest cities

Smallest Cities — North Macedonia

1 Krusevo 54 5,211
2 Makedonski Brod D8 5,607
3 Krivogashtani 53 5,899
4 Vrutok D4 5,999
5 Jegunovce D5 7,313
6 Makedonska Kamenica 62 8,114
7 Džepčište E8 8,166
8 Šipkovica E8 8,228
9 Петровец 79 8,298
10 Delogožda E6 8,413
11 Bogdanci 08 8,636
12 Velesta E6 8,646
13 Chucher-Sandevo 20 8,646
14 Vrapčište B7 8,652
15 Labunista E6 8,805
16 Radishani F6 9,123
17 Rostusa E4 9,147
18 Sopište 92 9,460
19 Dolna Banjica D4 10,147
20 Kratovo 51 10,288
21 Dračevo F6 10,605
22 Dolneni 28 11,534
23 Kondovo F6 11,656
24 Novo Selo 72 11,818
25 Zajas 43 12,218
26 Vasilevo A9 12,382
27 Bosilovo 11 12,447
28 Cegrane D4 12,523
29 Probishtip 83 12,702
30 Арачиново 01 12,800
31 Sveti Nikole A4 13,292
32 Berovo 04 13,847
33 Bogovinje C7 15,166
34 Kamenjane C7 15,376
35 Brvenica 12 16,267
36 Ilinden 36 16,406
37 Resen 86 16,539
38 Delcevo 22 17,415
39 Negotino B7 17,518
40 Debar D2 18,074
41 Vinica B4 18,218
42 Studeničani A2 18,219
43 Negotino 69 19,515
44 Gevgelija 33 20,664
45 Šuto Orizare F6 20,800
46 Kriva Palanka 52 20,820
47 Tearce A5 23,096
48 Radovis 84 24,984
49 Saraj F6 25,379
50 Zelino C3 25,422
51 Lipkovo 59 28,102
52 Kičevo 43 31,123
53 Strumica E7 33,825
54 Kochani 46 34,258
55 Butel F6 36,154
56 Struga E6 37,387
57 Kavadarci D6 38,799
58 Gjorče Petro F6 41,000
59 Ohrid E2 42,033
60 Centar Župa 18 45,412
61 Shtip 98 48,279
62 Gostivar D4 50,974
63 Veles F1 57,873
64 Kisela Voda F6 58,216
65 Tetovo E8 63,176
66 Čair F6 64,773
67 Bitola 06 69,287
68 Prilep E3 73,814
69 Kumanovo D7 75,051
70 Skopje F6 474,889

The smallest cities in North Macedonia (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Krusevo has a population of just 5,211. 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 5,211 residents, Krusevo 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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