Smallest Cities in Zamboanga Peninsula

Top 100 cities ranked by smallest cities

Best Cities For...

Composite rankings combining multiple weighted metrics, 5 topics across U.S. Census, FBI, NOAA and CDC data.

Best Cities for Retirees
Low crime, warm climate, affordable cost of living and strong healthcare access.
Best Cities for Remote Workers
Strong broadband, affordable rent, low traffic and existing remote-work culture.
Best Cities for Families
Strong schools, low crime, affordable homes and family-friendly commutes.
Best Cities for Young Professionals
High incomes, educated peers, transit access and an under-35 demographic.
Most Affordable Cities
The lowest cost of living across home prices, rent, services and rent burden.
Population & Density
Largest Cities Smallest Cities Most Dense Least Dense
Climate & Air
Warmest Cities Coldest Cities Rainiest Cities Driest Cities
Geography & Infrastructure
Highest Elevation Most Restaurants
All Countries  ·  Philippines  ·  Zamboanga Peninsula

Smallest Cities - Zamboanga Peninsula

1 Bolong 5,188
2 Talisayan 5,445
3 Tigpalay 5,480
4 Culianan 5,915
5 Buenavista 6,131
6 Bunguiao 6,728
7 Curuan 6,775
8 Taluksangay 7,343
9 Manicahan 8,337
10 Mercedes 8,729
11 Vitali 9,653
12 Sergio Osmeña Sr 11,190
13 Josefina 11,190
14 Labuan 12,949
15 Sangali 14,727
16 Talusan 17,925
17 Dawa-Dawa 17,925
18 Sibutao 18,199
19 Ilaya 19,184
20 Barcelona 19,184
21 San Miguel 20,037
22 Guipos 22,173
23 Sagacad 22,173
24 Rancheria Payau 23,599
25 Mabuhay 24,296
26 Laparay 24,296
27 Tabina 24,591
28 Malim 24,591
29 Tampilisan 24,653
30 San Pablo 26,166
31 Ponot 27,951
32 Pitogo 28,375
33 Panubigan 28,375
34 Ramon Magsaysay 28,419
35 Lapuyan 28,686
36 Kalian 28,686
37 Caracal 29,535
38 Leon Postigo 29,535
39 Ganyangan 29,652
40 Kumalarang 30,815
41 Dipolo 30,815
42 Diplahan 32,423
43 La Dicha 32,423
44 Del Monte 32,423
45 Bayog 32,687
46 Salug 33,060
47 Katipunan 33,156
48 Payao 33,156
49 Dimataling 33,156
50 Malangas 33,194
51 Olutanga 34,124
52 Dumalinao 34,188
53 Danlugan 34,188
54 Sumalig 34,942
55 Legrada 35,409
56 East Migpulao 35,409
57 Binuatan 35,409
58 Guiniculalay 35,409
59 Midsalip 35,643
60 Balagon 35,643
61 Manukan 35,669
62 Linay 35,669
63 Margosatubig 36,025
64 Lumbog 36,025
65 Tambulig 37,400
66 Tiparak 37,400
67 Gutalac 37,512
68 Sibuco 37,883
69 Langatian 38,649
70 Buug 38,730
71 Kawayan 39,484
72 Alicia 39,484
73 Siraway 39,836
74 Olingan 40,485
75 Polanco 40,485
76 Lingasan 40,485
77 Timonan 40,937
78 Siayan 40,937
79 Patawag 41,881
80 Liloy 41,881
81 Naga 42,270
82 Tucuran 42,683
83 Recodo 42,788
84 Siay 43,233
85 Batu 43,233
86 Monching 43,233
87 Seres 43,427
88 Kalawit 44,615
89 Labason 44,615
90 Kipit 44,615
91 Labangan 45,343
92 Tungawan 48,013
93 Kabasalan 48,366
94 Dumingag 48,495
95 Mahayag 48,695
96 Siocon 51,239
97 Molave 52,540
98 Aurora 52,746
99 Margos 52,746
100 Taguitic 52,746

The smallest cities in Zamboanga Peninsula (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Bolong has a population of just 5,188. 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 5,188 residents, Bolong 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.

Browse Rankings by Region

Philippines - By Region

Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao Bicol Region Cagayan Valley Calabarzon Caraga Central Luzon Central Visayas Cordillera Davao Region Eastern Visayas Ilocos Mimaropa National Capital Region Northern Mindanao Soccsksargen Western Visayas Zamboanga Peninsula

By Country

Afghanistan Albania Algeria Angola Argentina Armenia Australia Austria Azerbaijan Bangladesh Belarus Belgium Benin Bolivia Bosnia and Herzegovina Botswana Brazil Bulgaria Burkina Faso Burundi Cambodia Cameroon Canada Cayman Islands Central African Republic Chad Chile China Colombia Costa Rica Croatia Cuba Cyprus Czechia Democratic Republic of the Congo Denmark Dominican Republic Ecuador Egypt El Salvador Estonia Ethiopia Finland France Gabon Gambia Georgia Germany Ghana Greece Guadeloupe Guatemala Guinea Guinea-Bissau Haiti Honduras Hong Kong Hungary India Indonesia Iran Iraq Ireland Israel Italy Ivory Coast Jamaica Japan Jordan Kazakhstan Kenya Kuwait Kyrgyzstan Laos Latvia Lebanon Lesotho Liberia Libya Lithuania Luxembourg Madagascar Malawi Malaysia Mali Malta Mauritania Mauritius Mayotte Mexico Moldova Mongolia Morocco Mozambique Myanmar Namibia Nepal New Zealand Nicaragua Niger Nigeria North Korea North Macedonia Norway Oman Pakistan Palestinian Territory Panama Papua New Guinea Paraguay Peru Philippines Poland Portugal Puerto Rico Qatar Republic of the Congo Reunion Romania Russia Rwanda Saudi Arabia Senegal Serbia Sierra Leone Singapore Slovakia Slovenia Somalia South Africa South Korea South Sudan Spain Sri Lanka Sudan Suriname Sweden Switzerland Syria Taiwan Tajikistan Tanzania Thailand The Netherlands Togo Trinidad and Tobago Tunisia Turkey Turkmenistan Uganda Ukraine United Arab Emirates United Kingdom United States Uruguay Uzbekistan Venezuela Vietnam Yemen Zambia Zimbabwe