Smallest Cities in Eastern Visayas

Top 63 cities ranked by smallest cities

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Smallest Cities — Eastern Visayas

1 Arteche 5,025

2 Mondragon 5,198

3 Giporlos 5,258

4 Maydolong 5,492

5 Balangiga 5,592

6 San Policarpio 5,616

7 Kampokpok 5,688

8 Tabango 5,806

9 Alegria 5,811

10 Matlang 5,840

11 Can-Avid 5,928

12 Maripipi 6,070

13 Culaba 6,231

14 Babatngon 6,237

15 Caibiran 6,462

16 Barugo 6,655

17 Balogo 6,704

18 Leyte 7,223

19 Hilongos 7,329

20 Allen 7,502

21 Kananya 7,647

22 Basey 7,844

23 Llorente 7,908

24 Jaro 7,935

25 Pagsanghan 8,024

26 Alangalang 8,096

27 Sogod 8,303

28 Palapag 8,342

29 Capoocan 8,473

30 Almagro 8,571

31 Isabel 8,597

32 San Antonio 8,904

33 Oras 9,022

34 Gamay 9,125

35 Tagapul-an 9,139

36 Dolores 9,274

37 Bato 9,952

38 Dulag 10,151

39 San Ricardo 10,385

40 Pambujan 10,812

41 Pintuyan 10,930

42 Guiuan 11,041

43 Padre Burgos 11,515

44 Rosario 11,726

45 Palompon 12,087

46 Naval 12,217

47 Abuyog 15,632

48 Zumarraga 16,279

49 Tanauan 16,567

50 Laoang 16,725

51 Carigara 17,495

52 Palo 17,534

53 Baybay 17,668

54 Maasin 18,313

55 Inopacan 21,389

56 Burauen 54,635

57 Calbayog City 67,921

58 Borongan 71,431

59 Catarman 97,738

60 Catbalogan 107,896

61 Panalanoy 189,090

62 Ormoc 238,545

63 Tacloban 259,353

The smallest cities in Eastern Visayas (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Arteche has a population of just 5,025. 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 5,025 residents, Arteche 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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