Smallest Cities in Sierra Leone

Top 48 cities ranked by smallest cities

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Smallest Cities — Sierra Leone

1 Hangha 01 5,007

2 Hastings 04 5,121

3 Kassiri 02 5,161

4 Mamboma 03 5,201

5 Buedu 01 5,412

6 Tintafor 02 5,460

7 Bomi 03 5,463

8 Motema 01 5,474

9 Masingbi 02 5,644

10 Foindu 03 5,868

11 Daru 01 5,958

12 Tombodu 01 5,985

13 Mambolo 02 6,624

14 Moyamba 03 6,700

15 Baoma 03 7,044

16 Sumbuya 03 7,074

17 Bunumbu 01 7,355

18 Boajibu 01 7,384

19 Barma 01 7,529

20 Kukuna 02 7,676

21 Pujehun 03 7,926

22 Panguma 01 7,965

23 Kamakwie 02 8,098

24 Blama 01 8,146

25 Mattru Jong 03 8,199

26 Pendembu 01 8,780

27 Bonthe 03 10,206

28 Kambia 02 11,520

29 Gandorhun 03 12,288

30 Rokupr 02 12,744

31 Yengema 01 13,358

32 Binkolo 02 13,867

33 Kailahun 01 14,085

34 Magburaka 02 14,915

35 Mile 91 02 15,491

36 Bumpe 03 16,123

37 Segbwema 01 16,532

38 Kabala 02 17,948

39 Goderich 04 19,209

40 Port Loko 05 21,308

41 Lunsar 02 22,461

42 Njala 03 40,000

43 Waterloo 04 55,000

44 Makeni 02 87,679

45 Koidu 01 124,662

46 Kenema 01 143,137

47 Bo 03 174,354

48 Freetown 04 802,639

The smallest cities in Sierra Leone (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Hangha has a population of just 5,007. 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 5,007 residents, Hangha 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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