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Smallest Cities in Ilocos

Top 82 cities ranked by smallest cities

Smallest Cities — Ilocos

1 Catablan 5,091
2 Vintar 5,263
3 Sual 5,290
4 Dorongan Punta 5,336
5 Domampot 5,340
6 Dumpay 5,414
7 Nagbukel 5,465
8 Bacag 5,509
9 Tamayo 5,767
10 Pasuquin 5,768
11 Lloren 5,800
12 Macalong 5,802
13 Sarrat 5,822
14 Natividad 5,828
15 Magtaking 5,946
16 Minien East 6,111
17 Loqueb Este 6,141
18 Caramutan 6,524
19 Paringao 6,570
20 Rimus 6,670
21 Puelay 6,854
22 Dingras 6,866
23 Cabugao 6,874
24 Subusub 6,887
25 Carusucan 7,083
26 Zaragoza 7,391
27 Nagsaing 7,482
28 San Emilio 7,513
29 Nilombot 7,605
30 Alilem 7,736
31 Banayoyo 7,953
32 Binalonan 8,145
33 San Ildefonso 8,213
34 San Esteban 8,621
35 Lepa 8,877
36 Alcala 8,883
37 Asingan 8,887
38 Sison 9,256
39 Quirino 9,460
40 Bacarra 9,636
41 Aguilar 9,801
42 Carmen 10,250
43 Galimuyod 10,263
44 Alaminos 10,488
45 San Jacinto 10,529
46 Suyo 10,943
47 Bangar 11,068
48 Bulog 11,103
49 Mapandan 11,165
50 Salcedo 11,196
51 Candon 11,236
52 Tayug 11,611
53 Bugallon 12,033
54 Mangatarem 12,392
55 Urbiztondo 12,734
56 San Vicente 13,074
57 Payocpoc Sur 13,107
58 Nibaliw Central 13,631
59 Domalanoan 15,108
60 Santa Barbara 15,445
61 Guiset East 21,994
62 Santa Maria 28,002
63 Agoo 28,972
64 Aringay 29,825
65 San Nicolas 34,237
66 Tagudin 35,791
67 Bantay 37,088
68 Binmaley 44,026
69 Vigan 48,545
70 Lingayen 56,580
71 Batac City 56,781
72 Manaoag 59,115
73 Villasis 65,086
74 Rosales 67,510
75 Bauang 77,670
76 San Fernando 83,003
77 Mangaldan 88,818
78 Calasiao 100,686
79 Laoag 112,117
80 Bayambang 129,506
81 Urdaneta 145,935
82 Dagupan 171,271

The smallest cities in Ilocos (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Catablan has a population of just 5,091. 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 5,091 residents, Catablan 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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