Smallest Cities in Lesser Poland

Top 57 cities ranked by smallest cities

Smallest Cities - Lesser Poland

1 Siepraw 5,174
2 Biały Dunajec 5,180
3 Wieprz 5,235
4 Stryszawa 5,266
5 Jordanów 5,313
6 Jabłonka 5,447
8 Szczawnica 5,465
9 Pcim 5,578
11 Chocznia 5,635
12 Grybów 5,928
13 Proszowice 5,936
14 Zabierzów 6,108
15 Zawoja 6,200
16 Dobczyce 6,263
17 Tuchów 6,339
18 Sułkowice 6,542
19 Mszana Dolna 7,854
20 Osiek 8,000
21 Zielonki 8,232
22 Wolbrom 8,361
23 Kościelisko 8,661
24 Chełmek 8,669
25 Stary Sącz 8,746
26 Sucha Beskidzka 8,951
27 Krynica-Zdrój 9,504
28 Bukowno 9,791
29 Krzeszowice 9,868
30 Sulęcin 9,978
31 Brzeszcze 11,049
32 Miechów 11,215
33 Dąbrowa Tarnowska 11,549
34 Rabka-Zdrój 12,468
35 Limanowa 14,635
36 Niepołomice 15,697
37 Brzesko 16,193
38 Libiąż 16,385
39 Wadowice 17,905
40 Myślenice 18,051
41 Kęty 18,067
42 Andrychów 18,655
43 Trzebinia 19,134
44 Skawina 24,177
45 Zakopane 25,562
46 Gorlice 26,405
47 Wieliczka 26,599
48 Bochnia 28,692
49 Grzegórzki 28,960
50 Nowy Targ 33,273
51 Olkusz 33,462
52 Chrzanów 35,091
53 Oświęcim 36,956
54 Bieńczyce 42,633
55 Nowy Sącz 81,281
56 Tarnów 101,614
57 Kraków 804,237

The smallest cities in Lesser Poland (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Siepraw has a population of just 5,174. 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 5,174 residents, Siepraw 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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