Most Dense in Oromiya

Top 42 cities ranked by most dense

Most Dense - Oromiya

1 Kele 27,177/mi²
2 Nazrēt 20,050/mi²
3 Sebeta 17,249/mi²
4 Āsbe Teferī 14,768/mi²
5 Bale Robe 12,977/mi²
6 Hāgere Hiywet 12,226/mi²
7 Ziway 10,470/mi²
8 Āsela 10,254/mi²
9 Jimma 9,118/mi²
10 Āgaro 8,056/mi²
11 Sendafa 7,591/mi²
12 Waliso 7,591/mi²
13 Shambu 7,573/mi²
14 Nek’emtē 6,604/mi²
15 Bedelē 5,932/mi²
16 Bek’ojī 5,610/mi²
17 Fichē 5,349/mi²
18 Ghinnir 5,001/mi²
19 Īteya 4,741/mi²
20 Metu 4,583/mi²
21 Dembī Dolo 4,531/mi²
22 Huruta 4,192/mi²
23 Goba 4,116/mi²
24 Gimbi 3,987/mi²
25 Sagurē 3,796/mi²
26 Genet 3,715/mi²
27 Gobēsa 3,537/mi²
28 Ara Ali 2,956/mi²
29 Mena 2,841/mi²
30 Bishoftu 1,849/mi²
31 Burayu 275/mi²
32 Kachīsī 207/mi²
33 Babīlē 117/mi²
34 Guder 108/mi²
35 ‘Alemaya 98/mi²
36 Felana 83/mi²
37 Funyan Bīra 80/mi²
38 Ādīs ‘Alem 51/mi²
39 Gēdo 38/mi²
40 Chelenko 36/mi²
41 Gīnch’ī 32/mi²
42 Ījajī 21/mi²

The most densely populated cities in Oromiya pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Kele leads with 27,177 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. Kele has 27,177 people per square mile - that's roughly 42 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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