Smallest Cities in Taiwan

Top 61 cities ranked by smallest cities

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Smallest Cities — Taiwan

1 Shenzhen 6,700

2 Chishang 7,978

3 Guanshan 8,160

4 Zhongliao 9,668

5 Ershui 14,080

6 Dongshi 14,968

7 Yujing 16,597

8 Linnei 16,856

9 Xiulin 17,068

10 Lugu 17,746

11 Budai 19,268

12 Citong 24,998

13 Zhongxing New Village 25,549

14 Tianwei 26,063

15 Xizhou 28,597

16 Pitou 29,314

17 Hengchun 29,702

18 Xingang 30,543

19 Beidou 33,289

20 Beigang 33,300

21 Tianzhong 34,903

22 Yongjing 35,365

23 Shetou 36,565

24 Xiluo 37,181

25 Taibao 38,696

26 Buzi 40,467

27 Erlin 43,652

28 Zhushan 44,083

29 Donggang 47,746

30 Chaozhou 53,338

31 Xihu 54,033

32 Magong 63,745

33 Wufeng 65,567

34 Xinying 74,972

35 Miaoli 86,327

36 Puli 86,406

37 Yilan 94,188

38 Daxi 94,222

39 Zhudong 96,518

40 Caotun 96,838

41 Hualien City 99,458

42 Taitung 103,260

43 Nantou 105,682

44 Toufen 106,310

45 Douliu 107,924

46 Neili 112,845

47 Yuanlin 124,725

48 Bade 209,148

49 Zhubei 212,695

50 Chang-hua 226,564

51 Changhua 226,564

52 Yongkang 233,730

53 Chiayi City 263,188

54 Neihu 274,538

55 Keelung 362,487

56 Taoyuan City 402,014

57 Hsinchu 453,536

58 Taoyuan 475,798

59 Tainan 1,856,642

60 Taichung 2,850,285

61 Taipei 7,871,900

The smallest cities in Taiwan (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Shenzhen has a population of just 6,700. 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 6,700 residents, Shenzhen 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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