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Smallest Cities in Western Region

Top 63 cities ranked by smallest cities

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Smallest Cities — Western Region

1 Kibale 5,200
2 Kigorobya 5,420
3 Masindi Port 7,828
4 Kilembe 7,914
5 Rubirizi 9,100
6 Buliisa 9,500
7 Wanseko 13,616
8 Kiruhura 14,000
9 Nkoma 14,400
10 Kibiito 14,700
11 Rubaare 14,900
12 Hima 15,000
13 Kebisoni 15,000
14 Kyamahungu 15,800
15 Kakumiro 15,900
16 Kazo 15,900
17 Buhesi 16,000
18 Kyarusozi 16,300
19 Kanungu 16,600
20 Kiryandongo Refugee Camp 16,600
21 Nyamunuka 16,800
22 Ntungamo 16,915
23 Butunduzi 17,600
24 Kisoro 17,700
25 Kikube 18,100
26 Katoke 18,200
27 Kisinga 18,300
28 Rwiimi 18,600
29 Kinoni 19,400
30 Buhimba 19,500
31 Nyahuka 19,600
32 Iryango 20,000
33 Mabare 20,100
34 Lwakyomba 20,500
35 Kihihi 21,800
36 Kigumba 22,000
37 Bundibugyo 22,300
38 Rubanda 22,800
39 Kyangwali Refugee Camp 23,847
40 Kamwenge 23,900
41 Kasozi 24,500
42 Kyaka II Refugee Camp 27,300
43 Muhorro 27,400
44 Kagadi 28,000
45 Kyenjojo 28,600
46 Kyegegwa 29,400
47 Nyachera 30,509
48 Isingiro 34,300
49 Buyale 36,700
50 Rukungiri 37,200
51 Ishaka 43,700
52 Rwamwanja Refugee Camp 49,700
53 Kabale 53,200
54 Mpondwe 58,600
55 Fort Portal 60,800
56 Nakivale Refugee Camp 68,400
57 Bwizibwera 79,157
58 Rutoma 86,100
59 Masindi 110,500
60 Kasese 115,400
61 Ibanda 117,700
62 Hoima 122,700
63 Mbarara 221,300

The smallest cities in Western Region (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Kibale has a population of just 5,200. 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 5,200 residents, Kibale 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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