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Smallest Cities in Peru

Top 100 cities ranked by smallest cities

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All Countries  ·  Peru

Smallest Cities — Peru

1 Alto Salaverry 13 5,014
2 Tambo 05 5,032
3 Cancas 24 5,034
4 Carhuaz 02 5,044
5 Huallanca 02 5,064
6 Tinyahuarco 19 5,066
7 Huasahuasi 12 5,146
8 Pampa de Tate 11 5,180
9 Hualhuas 12 5,251
10 Río Negro 12 5,262
11 Yungay 02 5,269
12 Ayabaca 20 5,270
13 San Miguel de Cauri 10 5,326
14 Desaguadero 21 5,329
15 Salitral 20 5,385
16 Orellana 16 5,432
17 Urcos 08 5,479
18 Papayal 24 5,484
19 Nuevo Sullana 20 5,484
20 Saño 12 5,491
21 Ramón Castilla 16 5,495
22 Caleta de Carquín 15 5,514
23 Pampas 09 5,521
24 Pedro Ruiz Gallo 01 5,602
25 San Jerónimo 03 5,609
26 Orcopampa 04 5,643
27 Yura 04 5,686
28 Alto Larán 11 5,728
29 San Bartolo 15 5,733
30 San Pedro de Cajas 12 5,758
31 Pueblo Nuevo 13 5,766
32 Barranca 16 5,779
33 Asentamiento Humano Nicolas de Pierola 15 5,800
34 Huayucachi 12 5,827
35 La Matanza 20 5,828
36 Anta 08 5,859
37 Palpa 11 5,883
38 Naranjos 22 5,913
39 Bernal 20 5,916
40 Yanahuanca 19 5,992
41 Lluta 04 5,998
42 San Agustin 12 5,998
43 Macusani 21 6,044
44 Jayanca 14 6,126
45 Huariaca 19 6,175
46 Sayán 15 6,196
47 Végueta 15 6,219
48 Oyón 15 6,276
49 Hacienda Pucala 14 6,277
50 Paragsha- San Andres - Jose Carlos Mariategui 19 6,316
51 Bellavista 06 6,320
52 Oyotún 14 6,330
53 Punta de Bombón 04 6,336
54 El Triunfo ( El Cruce) 04 6,386
55 Segunda Jerusalén - Azunguillo 22 6,412
56 Quilmaná 15 6,442
57 Aucallama 15 6,504
58 San Jose De Sisa 22 6,546
59 Pangoa 08 6,638
60 Fonavi 11 6,654
61 Mórrope 14 6,662
62 Picota 22 6,697
63 Huayllay 19 6,736
64 Huicungo 22 6,757
65 Santiago de Chuco 13 6,759
66 Acolla 12 6,805
67 Mazamari 12 6,826
68 Sicaya 12 6,842
69 Perené 12 6,844
70 Ambo 10 6,865
71 San Juan Bautista 11 6,871
72 Túcume 14 7,043
73 Torata 18 7,054
74 Jepelacio 22 7,150
75 Cajaruro 01 7,281
76 Huanchaquito Alto 13 7,282
77 Tabaloslos 22 7,282
78 Juli 21 7,309
79 Talavera 03 7,381
80 Coracora 05 7,420
81 San José 14 7,434
82 Villa Rica 19 7,448
83 Mochumí 14 7,460
84 Urubamba 08 7,540
85 La Legua - San Jacinto 20 7,548
86 Pacocha 18 7,588
87 Huancane 21 7,831
88 Los Aquijes 11 7,848
89 Morococha 12 7,890
90 San Ignacio 06 7,912
91 Buenos Aires 20 7,932
92 Samegua 18 7,950
93 San Antonio del Estrecho 16 8,000
94 Chazuta 22 8,029
95 Putina 21 8,118
96 Pilcomayo 12 8,169
97 San Lorenzo 16 8,216
98 Horacio Zeballos Gamez 04 8,365
99 Victor Raul 13 8,369
100 San Miguel 05 8,400

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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