Smallest Cities in Central Visayas

Top 100 cities ranked by smallest cities

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Smallest Cities — Central Visayas

1 Valencia 5,027

2 Bacong 5,091

3 Maloh 5,105

4 Nagbalaye 5,108

5 Hibaiyo 5,209

6 Tapon 5,245

7 Esperanza 5,257

8 Bien Unido 5,304

9 Nailong 5,379

10 Tabuan 5,390

11 Tajao 5,394

12 Mabinay 5,506

13 Novallas 5,525

14 Langtad 5,531

15 Obong 5,576

16 La Libertad 5,632

17 Anonang 5,660

18 Kauit 5,771

19 Lunas 5,789

20 Tinaan 5,959

21 Patao 5,997

22 Mabini 5,999

23 Mantalongon 6,070

24 Enrique Villanueva 6,104

25 Argao 6,108

26 Bonbon 6,122

27 Maninihon 6,150

28 Zamboanguita 6,164

29 Cayang 6,353

30 Madridejos 6,387

31 Mayabon 6,521

32 Nangka 6,580

33 Inayagan 6,610

34 Lipayran 6,813

35 Moalboal 6,832

36 Panglao 6,854

37 Malaiba 6,888

38 Can-asujan 6,994

39 Sikatuna 7,031

40 Siaton 7,328

41 Maya 7,572

42 Barili 7,588

43 Asturias 7,779

44 Tapilon 7,786

45 Tayud 7,788

46 Tutay 7,808

47 Catmon 7,812

48 Dalaguete 8,135

49 Carmen 8,214

50 San Francisco 8,989

51 Bogo 9,019

52 San Isidro 9,125

53 Bonawon 9,189

54 Manalongon 9,321

55 Loon 9,484

56 Jaclupan 9,652

57 Nalundan 9,674

58 Vallehermoso 10,179

59 Siquijor 10,259

60 Buanoy 10,955

61 Perrelos 10,971

62 Guadalupe 11,121

63 Talibon 11,209

64 Tibigan 11,262

65 Sevilla 11,425

66 Lila 11,450

67 Tudela 11,638

68 Medellin 11,741

69 Pamplona 11,772

70 Pilar 12,454

71 Ocaña 13,898

72 Loboc 16,312

73 Compostela 18,727

74 Balamban 22,283

75 Apas 22,566

76 Guihulñgan 22,931

77 Pinamungahan 23,068

78 San Fernando 23,706

79 Santa Catalina 26,457

80 Sibulan 28,079

81 Cordova 29,289

82 Jagna 32,566

83 Jetafe 33,485

84 Carcar 40,739

85 Canlaon 44,851

86 Inabanga 48,534

87 Consolacion 48,638

88 Liloan 49,198

89 Sibonga 54,610

90 Cogan 60,230

91 Minglanilla 62,058

92 Danao 70,270

93 Tanjay 84,593

94 Tagbilaran City 86,411

95 Bantayan 87,394

96 Bais 88,050

97 Daanbantayan 95,080

98 Dumaguete 113,541

99 Bayawan 126,744

100 Talisay 133,148

The smallest cities in Central Visayas (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Valencia has a population of just 5,027. 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 5,027 residents, Valencia 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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