Smallest Cities in Panama

Top 86 cities ranked by smallest cities

Best Panama Cities

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Cleanest Air Cities
Lowest pollution levels for healthy outdoor living.
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Most days of sunshine per year, with warm and dry climate.
Most Urban Cities
Densely populated city centers with the largest urban footprints.
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Smallest Cities - Panama

1 Bocas del Toro 01 5,380
2 Río Hato 03 5,615
3 La Mitra 13 5,699
4 Santa Fe 10 5,747
5 El Pantano 10 5,747
6 El Alto 10 5,747
7 Gualaca 02 5,879
8 San Pablo Viejo Abajo 02 5,992
9 Natá 03 6,003
10 Boquete 02 6,123
11 La Herradura 13 6,271
12 Guadalupe 13 6,561
13 Antón 03 6,851
14 Soná 10 7,669
15 La Pesa 13 7,773
16 Gonzalillo 08 7,793
17 Canto del Llano 10 7,854
18 Aguadulce 03 8,501
19 Vista Alegre 13 8,673
20 Almirante 01 8,744
21 Puerto Pilón 04 8,754
22 Monagrillo 06 9,022
23 Llano Bonito 06 9,022
24 La Arena 06 9,022
25 Chitré 06 9,022
26 San Juan Bautista 06 9,022
27 Las Tablas 07 9,255
28 Peña Blanca 07 9,255
29 La Tiza 07 9,255
30 Las Palmitas 07 9,255
31 El Cocal 07 9,255
32 El Carate 07 9,255
33 Las Tablas Abajo 07 9,255
34 Nueva Esperanza 08 9,342
35 Unión Chocó 11 9,497
36 Volcán 02 10,286
37 El Empalme 01 11,035
38 Las Lomas 02 11,726
39 El Coco 13 11,935
40 Pocrí 03 12,304
41 Puerto Escondido 04 12,371
42 Chepo 08 12,912
43 San Vicente 08 14,109
44 Villa Unida 08 14,854
45 Nuevo Arraiján 13 14,920
46 Sabanitas 04 15,577
47 Veracruz 13 17,144
48 La Concepción 02 17,698
49 La Cabima 08 17,975
50 Changuinola 01 17,997
51 El Chorrillo 08 18,302
52 Puerto Armuelles 02 19,763
53 El Palmar 02 19,763
54 Agua Buena 02 19,763
55 Monte Verde 02 19,763
56 San Bartolo Línea 02 19,763
57 Alcalde Díaz 08 20,285
58 Ancón 08 20,706
59 Penonomé 03 21,748
60 Cativá 04 29,607
61 Chilibre 08 33,536
62 Parque Lefevre 08 36,997
63 Pacora 08 52,494
64 Altos de San Francisco 13 68,896
65 La Chorrera 13 68,896
66 Las Cumbres 08 69,102
67 Arraiján 13 76,815
68 Pedregal 02 82,907
69 David 02 82,907
70 Nuevo San Carlitos 02 82,907
71 Montilla 02 82,907
72 Aguacatal 02 82,907
73 Tocumen 08 103,177
74 Pedregal 08 103,177
75 Nuevo Belén 08 103,177
76 La Colorada 08 103,177
77 Santiago de Veraguas 10 109,605
78 Punta Delgadita 10 109,605
79 Colón 04 241,817
80 San Miguelito 08 280,777
81 Río Abajo 08 280,777
82 Juan Díaz 08 280,777
83 Betania 08 280,777
84 Panamá 08 1,540,000
85 Curundú 08 1,540,000
86 Calidonia 08 1,540,000

The smallest cities in Panama (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Bocas del Toro has a population of just 5,380. 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 5,380 residents, Bocas del Toro 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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