World's Most Densely Populated Cities
Key Findings
About This Dataset
World's Most Densely Populated CitiesThe population density figures reveal a stark contrast between the leading cities and those further down the list. Dhaka and Manila, with densities exceeding 43,000 people per square kilometer, are experiencing tremendous pressure on their infrastructure, which may lead to increased challenges in housing, transportation, and public health. In comparison, cities like Jakarta, with a density of 15,900 people per square kilometer, face significantly less strain. This trend suggests that urban planning and resource allocation in high-density cities must evolve rapidly to accommodate their growing populations, while lower-density cities might not yet feel the same urgency for reform.
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Methodology & source
- Data source
- Wikipedia
- Coverage
- 8 entities · 2024 · 8 observations
- Measure
- Population Density (people/km²)
- Last updated
- 5 April 2026
- Compiled by
- The ANYSTAT team, from the source above
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- Entities are ranked highest-first on their value in 2024.
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