Smallest Cities in Rwanda

Top 49 cities ranked by smallest cities

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Smallest Cities — Rwanda

1 Ruhuha 11 5,842

2 Gahini 11 7,917

3 Mabanza 14 13,139

4 Kinigi 13 14,523

5 Kora 14 15,134

6 Mukingo 13 15,695

7 Bugaragara 11 15,732

8 Kamuhanda / Ruyenzi 15 16,369

9 Rangiro 14 17,967

10 Umutara 11 18,038

11 Mugina 15 18,586

12 Mukamira 14 19,021

13 Mahembe 14 20,043

14 Gikongoro 15 21,029

15 Ruhango 15 21,478

16 Nyamata 11 21,509

17 Bushenge 14 22,624

18 Gitesi 14 24,859

19 Kirimbi 14 25,647

20 Cyato 14 26,996

21 Kayonza 11 27,059

22 Shangi 14 28,064

23 Busogo 13 28,264

24 Nyabitekeli 14 29,293

25 Bushekeri 14 29,680

26 Karambi 14 29,726

27 Gihombo 14 29,843

28 Bugarama 14 31,086

29 Nyanza 15 32,016

30 Karengera 14 32,504

31 Macuba 14 33,319

32 Nzega 15 33,832

33 Ngororero 14 38,823

34 Kagano 14 39,994

35 Kirambo 14 40,341

36 Ndera 12 41,764

37 Byumba 13 43,134

38 Shyorongi 13 43,744

39 Cyangugu 14 43,866

40 Kibungo 11 46,240

41 Rwamagana 11 47,203

42 Kibuye 14 48,024

43 Butare 15 62,823

44 Muhanga 15 82,797

45 Gitarama 15 87,613

46 Nyagatare 11 100,000

47 Musanze 13 153,368

48 Gisenyi 14 172,357

49 Kigali 12 1,132,686

The smallest cities in Rwanda (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Ruhuha has a population of just 5,842. 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 5,842 residents, Ruhuha 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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