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Smallest Cities in Lisbon

Top 100 cities ranked by smallest cities

Best Lisbon Cities

Composite rankings combining multiple weighted metrics — 4 topics from climate and air quality data.

Best Climate Cities
Warm temperatures, plenty of sunshine and clean air.
Cleanest Air Cities
Lowest pollution levels for healthy outdoor living.
Sunniest Cities
Most days of sunshine per year, with warm and dry climate.
Most Urban Cities
Densely populated city centers with the largest urban footprints.
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Smallest Cities — Lisbon

1 Azinhaga 5,001
2 Ventosa 5,215
3 Cabo Ruivo 5,302
4 Intendente 5,392
5 São Mamede 5,420
6 Milharado 5,935
7 Olival Basto 5,959
8 Cova da Moura 6,000
9 Fontanelas 6,001
10 Arruda dos Vinhos 6,170
11 São Sebastião da Pedreira 6,362
12 Prior Velho 6,500
13 A dos Cunhados 6,594
14 Silveira 6,942
15 Apelação 7,182
16 Alhandra 7,226
17 Restelo 7,287
18 Ericeira 7,538
19 Castanheira do Ribatejo 7,651
20 Colares 7,905
21 Chelas 7,960
22 Prazeres 8,096
23 Almargem 8,271
24 Bobadela 8,399
25 Santa Maria de Belém 8,541
26 Queijas 8,828
27 Mem Martins 9,000
28 Campo Pequeno 9,000
29 Caxias 9,007
30 Lourinhã 9,196
31 Anjos 9,361
32 Famões 9,435
33 Alenquer 9,626
34 Malveira 9,647
35 Bairro Alto 9,658
36 Principe Real 9,658
37 Venda do Pinheiro 10,000
38 Carregado 10,474
39 São João das Lampas 10,484
40 Charneca 10,509
41 Unhos 10,712
42 Caneças 10,978
43 Barcarena 11,968
44 Bairro da Madre de Deus 12,183
45 Mafra 12,259
46 Beato António 12,737
47 Baixa 12,765
48 Porto Salvo 13,867
49 Graça 13,956
50 Cadaval 14,228
51 Ajuda 14,306
52 Campolide 14,787
53 Póvoa de Santo Adrião 14,897
54 Campo Grande 15,514
55 Buraca 16,081
56 Vialonga 16,088
57 Belém 16,546
58 Alfragide 17,044
59 Parede 17,212
60 Ramada 17,535
61 Sacavém 17,718
62 Carnide 18,028
63 Vila Franca de Xira 18,355
64 Santa Iria da Azóia 18,573
65 São João da Talha 18,925
66 Algés 19,327
67 Camarate 20,177
68 Alcântara 20,267
69 Carcavelos 20,366
70 Falagueira 20,788
71 Linda-a-Velha 20,895
72 Belas 21,019
73 Areeiro 21,160
74 Azambuja 21,422
75 Campo De Ourique 22,140
76 Parque das Nações 22,382
77 Moscavide e Portela 22,488
78 São Jorge de Arroios 22,990
79 Pontinha 23,249
80 Sete Rios 23,261
81 Monte Estoril 23,375
82 Carnaxide 23,698
83 Estoril 23,700
84 Torres Vedras 24,443
85 Paço de Arcos 25,974
86 Sintra 26,193
87 Alfornelos 27,093
88 Massamá 28,112
89 Póvoa de Santa Iria 28,901
90 Alvalade 31,813
91 Alcabideche 33,315
92 Olivais 33,788
93 Oeiras 35,000
94 Marvila 35,463
95 Cascais 36,436
96 Benfica 36,985
97 Cidade Universitária 37,000
98 Damaia 37,607
99 Olival 42,961
100 Lumiar 46,334

The smallest cities in Lisbon (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Azinhaga has a population of just 5,001. 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 5,001 residents, Azinhaga 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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