Smallest Cities in Lower Silesia

Top 100 cities ranked by smallest cities

Smallest Cities - Lower Silesia

3 Lądek-Zdrój 5,195
5 Ścinawa 5,356
6 Szczawno-Zdrój 5,362
7 Złotniki 5,373
10 Kuźniki 5,569
11 Pilczyce 5,582
12 Pieńsk 5,645
13 Lubawka 5,722
14 Przemków 5,841
16 Piechowice 5,952
17 Głuszyca 6,095
18 Piława Górna 6,126
21 Polanica-Zdrój 6,230
22 Żmigród 6,339
23 Księże 6,379
24 Twardogóra 6,381
25 Gryfów Śląski 6,386
26 Maślice Małe 6,602
27 Żarów 6,603
29 Ołtaszyn 6,948
30 Pieszyce 6,959
31 Sobótka 7,025
32 Gądów Mały 7,042
34 Wojszyce 7,285
35 Kleczków 7,418
36 Smolec 7,481
37 Chocianów 7,576
38 Muchobór Mały 7,586
39 Sępolno 7,724
40 Ziębice 8,195
41 Lwówek Śląski 8,490
43 Stare Miasto 8,883
45 Tarnogaj 9,108
46 Jagodno 9,355
48 Środa Śląska 9,525
49 Kudowa-Zdrój 9,627
50 Siechnice 9,957
51 Syców 10,102
52 Kowary 10,217
53 Kiełczów 10,572
54 Zakrzów 10,737
55 Milicz 11,025
56 Grabiszynek 11,145
57 Góra 11,173
58 Biskupin 11,292
60 Borek 11,883
61 Zgorzelisko 11,967
63 Strzelin 12,131
64 Wołów 12,275
65 Karłowice 12,651
66 Brzeg Dolny 12,765
67 Chojnów 12,769
68 Maślice 12,793
69 Krzyki 12,993
70 Muchobór Wielki 13,098
72 Plac Grunwaldzki 13,187
73 Trzebnica 13,631
75 Stabłowice 14,099
77 Boguszów-Gorce 14,648
78 Złotoryja 14,656
79 Nowy Dwór 14,832
81 Jelcz 15,308
82 Strzegom 15,371
83 Jelcz Laskowice 15,380
84 Różanka-Polanka 15,746
85 Kozanów 15,901
86 Bogatynia 16,647
87 Kamienna Góra 17,998
88 Szczepin 18,488
89 Huby 18,727
91 Gaj 19,136
93 Lubań 20,096
96 Krzyki-Partynice 21,233
97 Nowa Ruda 21,264
98 Jawor 21,494
99 Gajowice 21,781
100 Polkowice 21,786

The smallest cities in Lower Silesia (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Jaworzyna Śląska has a population of just 5,086. 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 5,086 residents, Jaworzyna Śląska 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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