Smallest Cities in Ilocos

Top 100 cities ranked by smallest cities

Smallest Cities - Ilocos

1 Nagbukel 5,370
2 Macalong 5,802
3 Magtaking 5,946
4 San Emilio 7,513
5 Alilem 7,736
6 Banayoyo 7,953
7 San Sebastian 8,213
8 San Ildefonso 8,213
9 San Esteban 8,621
10 Tamorong 8,621
11 Quirino 9,460
12 Allangigan Primero 10,263
13 Parioc Segundo 10,263
14 Galimuyod 10,263
15 Burgos 10,962
16 Davila 10,962
17 Suyo 11,051
18 Salcedo 11,196
19 Currimao 12,256
20 Pudoc North 13,074
21 San Vicente 13,074
22 Nueva Era 13,305
23 Cabittaogan 14,319
24 Santa Catalina 14,319
25 Bagulin 14,434
26 Dagup 14,434
27 Santol 14,877
28 Corrooy 14,877
29 Puelay 14,894
30 Carmen 14,894
31 Guiling 14,894
32 Barangobong 14,894
33 Mabilbila Sur 15,164
34 Santa 15,164
35 Bangui 15,227
36 Sudipen 16,888
37 Pinili 17,705
38 Marcos 18,105
39 San Gabriel 18,579
40 Caronoan West 19,107
41 Inabaan Sur 19,107
42 Pugo 19,107
43 Espiritu 19,363
44 Fuerte 19,715
45 Santiago 19,771
46 Cervantes 20,065
47 Comillas Norte 20,065
48 Piddig 22,781
49 Caba 23,432
50 Nagbacalan 24,204
51 Paoay 24,204
52 Callaguip 24,204
53 Quiling 24,204
54 Pagudpud 25,565
55 Sinait 26,059
56 Santa Lucia 26,200
57 Barong 26,249
58 Padong 26,249
59 Solsona 26,249
60 Sarrat 26,294
61 San Lorenzo 26,294
62 Caabiangan 26,589
63 Mabini 26,589
64 San Juan 26,709
65 Natividad 26,721
66 Cato 26,837
67 Infanta 26,837
68 Dulig 26,995
69 Bolo 26,995
70 Labrador 26,995
71 Boñgalon 26,995
72 Cayungnan 29,270
73 Bangan-Oda 29,270
74 Aloleng 29,270
75 Agno 29,270
76 Santo Domingo 29,372
77 Suso 30,076
78 Pasuquin 30,521
79 Esmeralda 30,678
80 Balungao 30,678
81 Dasol 31,842
82 Eguia 31,842
83 Halog West 31,868
84 Lloren 31,868
85 Leones East 31,868
86 Macalva Norte 31,868
87 Tubao 31,868
88 Magsingal 31,970
89 Bacarra 32,734
90 Mabusag 32,832
91 Badoc 32,832
92 Pagsanahan Norte 32,832
93 Lagasit 34,322
94 Alac 34,322
95 San Quintin 34,322
96 Cabalaoangan 34,322
97 Capandanan 34,452
98 Vintar 35,051
99 Bautista 35,728
100 Anulid 35,728

The smallest cities in Ilocos (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Nagbukel has a population of just 5,370. 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 5,370 residents, Nagbukel 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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