Smallest Cities in Eastern Province

Top 33 cities ranked by smallest cities

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All Countries · Saudi Arabia · Eastern Province

Smallest Cities — Eastern Province

1 Mulayjah 5,247

2 Julayjilah 5,359

3 Al Ju‘aymah 5,500

4 Al Muţayrifī 5,962

5 Al Markaz 6,464

6 As Saffānīyah 7,014

7 At Tūbī 7,740

8 Al Jafr 8,715

9 Al Qārah 9,106

10 Al Awjām 11,460

11 Umm as Sāhik 11,813

12 Al Qurayn 12,013

13 Al Munayzilah 16,296

14 Al Baţţālīyah 16,606

15 ‘Inak 20,038

16 Qaisumah 20,685

17 Aţ Ţaraf 21,386

18 Al ‘Awwāmīyah 26,276

19 Abqaiq 29,474

20 Raḩīmah 41,188

21 Şafwá 45,876

22 Al Khafjī 54,857

23 Sayhāt 66,702

24 Tārūt 85,371

25 Al Qaţīf 98,259

26 Dhahran 99,540

27 Khobar 165,799

28 Al Jubayl 237,274

29 Thuqbah 248,888

30 Hafar Al-Batin 271,642

31 Al Mubarraz 290,802

32 Al Hufūf 293,179

33 Dammam 1,252,523

The smallest cities in Eastern Province (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Mulayjah has a population of just 5,247. 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 5,247 residents, Mulayjah 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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