Smallest Cities in Gauteng

Top 48 cities ranked by smallest cities

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Smallest Cities — Gauteng

1 Eden Glen Ext 60 5,494

2 Eastleigh 6,988

3 Eden Glen 7,345

4 Magaliesburg 7,623

5 Walkerville 7,981

6 Kwamhlanga 8,535

7 Orange Farm 10,000

8 Devon 11,476

9 Glenharvie 11,763

10 Rethabiseng 13,136

11 Poortje 13,362

12 Bagale 16,087

13 Verena 21,252

14 Midstream 25,000

15 Cullinan 34,087

16 Bronkhorstspruit 41,209

17 Edenvale 49,292

18 Ekangala 58,099

19 Heidelberg 85,858

20 Midrand 87,387

21 Tokoza 106,000

22 Mabopane 110,972

23 Alberton 121,536

24 Randfontein 133,654

25 Nigel 140,644

26 Etwatwa 151,866

27 Westonaria 156,831

28 Alexandra 179,624

29 Carletonville 182,304

30 Ivory Park 184,383

31 Springs 186,394

32 Centurion 236,580

33 Vanderbijlpark 246,754

34 Germiston 255,863

35 Brakpan 305,692

36 Roodepoort 326,416

37 Randburg 337,053

38 Diepsloot 350,000

39 Krugersdorp 378,821

40 Boksburg 445,168

41 Vereeniging 474,681

42 Thembisa 511,655

43 Benoni 605,344

44 Evaton 725,468

45 Soshanguve 872,309

46 Soweto 1,695,047

47 Pretoria 2,112,693

48 Johannesburg 9,418,183

The smallest cities in Gauteng (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Eden Glen Ext 60 has a population of just 5,494. 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 5,494 residents, Eden Glen Ext 60 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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