Smallest Cities in Taiwan

Top 59 cities ranked by smallest cities

Smallest Cities - Taiwan

1 Chishang 7,488
2 Guanshan 7,753
3 Ershui 13,134
4 Zhushan 15,359
5 Lugu 15,359
6 Linnei 16,319
7 Yujing 16,597
8 Xiulin 20,442
9 Dongshi 21,583
10 Budai 23,373
11 Tianwei 25,084
12 Caotun 25,549
14 Zhongliao 27,089
15 Citong 27,122
16 Pitou 27,834
17 Hengchun 28,588
18 Xingang 28,886
19 Beidou 32,969
20 Beigang 36,842
21 Tianzhong 38,096
22 Taibao 39,771
23 Shetou 40,173
24 Xiluo 43,846
25 Donggang 45,770
26 Erlin 46,169
27 Xihu 52,652
28 Chaozhou 53,665
29 Wufeng 62,300
30 Magong 62,903
31 Xizhou 63,160
32 Xinying 74,329
33 Puli 75,672
34 Buzi 79,268
35 Miaoli 85,546
36 Daxi 93,553
37 Yilan 94,304
38 Nantou 95,959
39 Hualien City 96,279
40 Taitung 102,439
41 Toufen 108,294
42 Douliu 108,937
43 Yuanlin 121,851
44 Fengyuan 161,264
45 Pingtung 190,928
46 Bade 216,380
47 Zhubei 221,048
48 Changhua 226,564
49 Chang-hua 226,564
50 Yongkang 235,907
51 Chiayi City 261,626
52 Neihu 266,618
53 Keelung 359,102
54 Hsinchu 455,871
55 Taoyuan City 478,664
56 Tainan 1,849,762
57 Taoyuan 2,356,795
58 Taipei 2,429,429
59 Taichung 2,850,285

The smallest cities in Taiwan (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Chishang has a population of just 7,488. 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 7,488 residents, Chishang 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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