The average population of local governments (rural municipalities and cities) both in Estonia and the European Union as a whole is quite similar - 5,500-6,000 people.
Kohaliku omavalitsuse üksuste (maavaldade ja linnade) keskmine rahvaarv on nii Eestis kui ka Euroopa Liidus tervikuna üsna sarnaselt 5500–6000 elanikku.