Smallest Cities in Gauteng

Top 48 cities ranked by smallest cities

Smallest Cities - Gauteng

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 Bronkhorstspruit 20,769
14 Verena 21,252
15 Midstream 25,000
16 Cullinan 34,087
17 Edenvale 49,292
18 Ekangala 58,099
19 Heidelberg 85,858
20 Midrand 87,387
21 Vanderbijlpark 95,840
22 Vereeniging 99,787
23 Tokoza 106,000
24 Mabopane 110,972
25 Alberton 121,536
26 Randfontein 133,654
27 Nigel 140,644
28 Etwatwa 151,866
29 Westonaria 156,831
30 Benoni 158,777
31 Alexandra 179,624
32 Carletonville 182,304
33 Ivory Park 184,383
34 Springs 186,394
35 Centurion 236,580
36 Germiston 255,863
37 Brakpan 305,692
38 Roodepoort 326,416
39 Randburg 337,053
40 Diepsloot 350,000
41 Krugersdorp 378,821
42 Boksburg 445,168
43 Thembisa 463,109
44 Evaton 725,468
45 Pretoria 741,651
46 Soshanguve 872,309
47 Soweto 1,271,628
48 Johannesburg 4,803,262

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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