Smallest Cities in Stockholm

Top 56 cities ranked by smallest cities

Smallest Cities - Stockholm

1 Hemmesta 5,240
2 Rimbo 5,346
3 Vaxholm 6,025
4 Nykvarn 6,032
5 Järna 6,110
6 Or 6,550
7 Bergshamra 7,300
8 Fittja 7,500
9 Fisksätra 7,897
10 Vallentuna 8,134
11 Akalla 8,153
12 Brevik 8,772
13 Djursholm 8,982
14 Saltsjöbaden 9,409
15 Bro 9,440
16 Älta 9,989
17 Vårby 10,115
18 Kista 10,254
19 Segeltorp 10,536
20 Sigtuna 10,699
21 Alby 11,400
22 Handen 11,524
23 Jordbro 11,617
24 Ekerö 12,270
25 Tullinge 16,000
26 Nynäshamn 16,447
27 Årsta 16,807
28 Råsunda 16,877
29 Kungsängen 16,899
30 Tensta 17,083
31 Tumba 17,287
33 Rinkeby 19,349
34 Norrtälje 23,606
35 Jakobsberg 24,046
36 Boo 24,052
37 Gustavsberg 25,034
38 Nacka 25,170
39 Märsta 30,576
40 Danderyd 32,425
41 Sundbyberg 34,529
42 Östermalm 36,418
43 Åkersberga 37,714
44 Lidingö 44,642
45 Upplands Väsby 50,130
46 Vasastaden 58,458
47 Solna 66,909
48 Kungsholmen 69,363
49 Haninge 74,968
50 Södertälje 78,377
51 Täby 78,547
52 Bromma 82,331
53 Huddinge 90,182
54 Södermalm 127,323
55 Sollentuna 139,606
56 Stockholm 984,748

The smallest cities in Stockholm (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Hemmesta has a population of just 5,240. 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 5,240 residents, Hemmesta 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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