Most Dense in Shaanxi

Top 34 cities ranked by most dense

Most Dense - Shaanxi

1 Yintai 108,213/mi²
2 Baoji 8,595/mi²
3 Tiebiancheng 5,357/mi²
4 Chenggu 5,140/mi²
5 Mianyang 4,334/mi²
6 Yangzhou 2,729/mi²
7 Ganting 2,310/mi²
8 Lintong 1,911/mi²
9 Tongchuanshi 1,833/mi²
10 Tongchuan 1,600/mi²
11 Yangling 963/mi²
12 Wayaobu 867/mi²
13 Huayin 786/mi²
14 Jinquan 685/mi²
15 Yuandun 651/mi²
16 Hancheng 623/mi²
18 Xixiang 374/mi²
19 Xunyang 254/mi²
20 Hanyin Chengguanzhen 250/mi²
21 Yanliang 232/mi²
22 Yuxia 228/mi²
23 Shiquan 200/mi²
24 Hanyuan 188/mi²
25 Pingli 169/mi²
26 Ziyang Chengguanzhen 132/mi²
27 Langao Chengguanzhen 131/mi²
28 Lesuhe 78/mi²
30 Pingmu 53/mi²
31 Cuijiatou 48/mi²
32 Hengxianhe 6/mi²
33 Jinjiahe 5/mi²
34 Taochuan 3/mi²

The most densely populated cities in Shaanxi pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Yintai leads with 108,213 people per square mile.

High population density is often associated with better access to public transportation, more walkable streets, and a wider variety of restaurants, shops, and entertainment options within close proximity. These cities tend to have lower car ownership rates and shorter commute distances.

Dense cities face unique challenges including higher housing costs, limited parking, and potential overcrowding in public spaces. However, they also tend to have lower per-capita carbon footprints due to shared infrastructure and reduced driving.

Did You Know?

  • 1. Yintai has 108,213 people per square mile - that's roughly 169 people per acre.
  • 2. Dense cities tend to have the most walkable neighborhoods and lowest car ownership rates in the country.
  • 3. Urban density can reduce per-capita carbon emissions by up to 50% compared to suburban sprawl.

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