Smallest Cities in Peru

Top 100 cities ranked by smallest cities

Smallest Cities - Peru

1 Alto Salaverry 13 5,014
2 Tambo 05 5,032
3 Cancas 24 5,034
4 Jayanca 14 5,037
5 Chocope 13 5,037
6 Pacora 14 5,037
7 Salamanca 13 5,037
8 Farías 13 5,037
9 Tranca Sasape 14 5,037
10 Cruz Blanca 14 5,037
11 Sapame 14 5,037
12 Carhuaz 02 5,044
13 Huallanca 02 5,064
14 Huasahuasi 12 5,146
15 Pampa de Tate 11 5,180
16 Quiruvilca 13 5,181
17 Hualhuas 12 5,251
18 Yungay 02 5,269
19 San Miguel de Cauri 10 5,326
20 Desaguadero 21 5,329
21 Cuispes 01 5,361
22 Chosgón 01 5,361
23 Orellana 16 5,432
24 Punta de Bombón 04 5,477
25 Cocachacra 04 5,477
26 La Curva 04 5,477
27 Papayal 24 5,484
28 Saño 12 5,491
29 Ramón Castilla 16 5,495
30 San Jerónimo 03 5,609
31 Orcopampa 04 5,643
32 Pomabamba 02 5,667
33 Huayllán 02 5,667
34 Yura 04 5,686
35 Chicama 13 5,692
36 Alto Larán 11 5,728
37 San Bartolo 15 5,733
38 Oyotún 14 5,735
39 Nueva Arica 14 5,735
40 Macuaco 14 5,735
41 Barranca 16 5,779
42 Salitral 20 5,784
43 Marcavelica 20 5,784
44 Huangala 20 5,784
45 La Noria 20 5,784
47 Huayucachi 12 5,827
48 Anta 08 5,859
49 Palpa 11 5,883
50 Naranjos 22 5,913
51 Vice 20 5,972
52 Ayabaca 20 5,985
53 San Agustin 12 5,998
54 Puños 10 6,027
55 Punchao 10 6,027
56 Miraflores 10 6,027
57 Llata 10 6,027
58 Jacas Grande 10 6,027
59 Pampas del Carmen 10 6,027
60 Quipran 10 6,027
61 Santa Rita de Siguas 04 6,119
62 San Alejandro 25 6,158
63 Huariaca 19 6,175
64 Oyón 15 6,276
65 Nuevo Imperial 15 6,319
66 Bellavista 06 6,320
69 Hacienda Pucala 14 6,445
70 Aucallama 15 6,504
71 Pangoa 08 6,638
72 Fonavi 11 6,654
73 Huayllay 19 6,736
74 Santiago de Chuco 13 6,759
75 La Matanza 20 6,787
76 Talanquera 20 6,787
77 Piura La Vieja 20 6,787
78 Acolla 12 6,805
79 Mazamari 12 6,826
80 Sicaya 12 6,842
81 Perené 12 6,844
82 San Juan Bautista 11 6,871
83 Uchiza 22 6,997
84 Túcume 14 7,043
85 Torata 18 7,054
86 Mochumí 14 7,188
87 Solecape 14 7,188
88 Valle Nuevo 14 7,188
89 Lagunas 16 7,215
90 Huanchaquito Alto 13 7,282
91 Tabaloslos 22 7,282
92 Zorritos 24 7,363
93 Nueva Esperanza 24 7,363
94 Coracora 05 7,420
95 Ambo 10 7,444
96 Huaylla 10 7,444
97 Villa Rica 19 7,448
98 Huancane 21 7,831
99 Chongoyape 14 7,842
100 Los Aquijes 11 7,848

The smallest cities in Peru (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Alto Salaverry has a population of just 5,014. 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 5,014 residents, Alto Salaverry 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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