The development of market relations is inextricably linked with the processes of improving new forms of management, urban transformation, urban culture and the creation of a unique environment. Scientists such as sociologists, philosophers, geographers, economics, history and ecology are increasingly interested in studying the socio-economic development of cities. Within the framework of these disciplines, the social, economic, demographic, financial, intellectual and cultural potential of society is revealed. The next article is devoted to the development trends of small towns.