Smallest Cities in Northern Mindanao

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Smallest Cities - Northern Mindanao

1 San Miguel 5,054
2 Mailag 5,388
3 Maria Cristina 5,540
4 Aglayan 5,761
5 Calabugao 5,982
6 San Luis 6,357
7 Kibangay 6,539
8 Guinisiliban 6,827
9 Linabo 6,933
10 Managok 7,200
11 Lurugan 7,336
12 Lumbia 7,863
13 Binuangan 8,293
14 Sugbongkogon 11,156
15 Balingoan 11,896
16 Bonbon 13,192
17 Sagay 13,192
18 Libertad 13,461
19 Matangad 13,461
20 Mahinog 14,905
21 Tupsan 14,905
22 Dologon 15,128
23 Kinogitan 15,763
24 Matungao 16,404
25 Catarman 18,186
26 Nunungan 19,036
27 Gitagum 19,269
28 Sinacaban 20,176
29 Sinonoc 20,176
30 Biga 20,946
31 Lugait 20,946
32 Dalipuga 20,946
33 Sapang Dalaga 21,006
34 Linamon 21,385
35 Boroon 21,385
36 Nañgka 21,385
37 Maigo 23,400
38 Maputi 23,562
39 Mat-i 23,562
40 Naawan 23,562
41 Bato 23,808
42 Calamba 23,808
43 Unidos 23,808
44 Baroy 24,763
45 Esperanza 24,963
46 Lagonglong 25,072
47 Napalitan 25,072
48 Mambayaan 25,072
49 Kawit 25,515
50 Kauswagan 25,515
51 Tacub 25,515
52 Lopez Jaena 25,806
53 Talisayan 26,801
54 Dancagan 27,128
55 Pantar 27,300
56 Lagindingan 27,688
57 Lourdes 27,688
58 Moog 27,688
59 Kolambugan 28,545
60 Bacolod 28,545
61 Kimaya 28,666
62 Malitbog 28,666
63 Tudela 29,082
64 Jimenez 29,265
65 Tubao 29,265
66 Imelda 29,652
67 Pantao-Ragat 30,666
68 Manticao 30,968
69 Punta Silum 30,968
70 Kabalantian 30,968
71 Kisolon 31,094
72 Sumilao 31,094
73 Maluko 31,094
74 Salay 31,128
75 Inobulan 31,128
76 Looc 31,128
77 Taboc 31,128
78 Dimayon 32,557
79 Rebe 34,053
80 Gimampang 34,445
81 Initao 34,445
82 Tubigan 34,445
83 Bonifacio 34,942
84 Alubijid 35,411
85 Kadingilan 35,432
86 Munai 36,449
87 Maanas 36,692
88 Minlagas 36,692
89 Medina 36,692
90 Candiis 37,084
91 Kibonsod 37,084
92 Magsaysay 37,084
93 Maglamin 38,365
94 Silae 38,365
95 Cabanglasan 38,365
96 Imbatug 38,365
97 Sampagar 38,564
98 Damulog 38,564
99 Liboran 39,151
100 Lingating 39,151

The smallest cities in Northern Mindanao (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. San Miguel has a population of just 5,054. 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 5,054 residents, San Miguel 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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