Most Dense in Oromiya

Top 79 cities ranked by most dense

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Most Dense — Oromiya

1 Sebeta 35,769/mi²

2 Nazrēt 28,274/mi²

3 Kele 27,177/mi²

4 Hāgere Hiywet 25,355/mi²

5 Ziway 21,703/mi²

6 Āsela 21,265/mi²

7 Āgaro 16,709/mi²

8 Waliso 15,752/mi²

9 Sendafa 15,741/mi²

10 Shambu 15,707/mi²

11 Nek’emtē 13,696/mi²

12 Āsbe Teferī 13,496/mi²

13 Jimma 12,860/mi²

14 Bedelē 12,310/mi²

15 Fichē 11,109/mi²

16 Ghinnir 10,380/mi²

17 Metu 9,506/mi²

18 Dembī Dolo 9,400/mi²

19 Bale Robe 9,181/mi²

20 Goba 8,548/mi²

21 Gimbi 8,275/mi²

22 Genet 7,010/mi²

23 Bek’ojī 5,610/mi²

24 Īteya 4,741/mi²

25 Huruta 4,192/mi²

26 Bishoftu 3,837/mi²

27 Sagurē 3,796/mi²

28 Gobēsa 3,537/mi²

29 Ara Ali 2,956/mi²

30 Mena 2,841/mi²

31 Burayu 275/mi²

32 ‘Alemaya 203/mi²

33 Babīlē 117/mi²

34 Guder 108/mi²

35 Felana 83/mi²

36 Funyan Bīra 80/mi²

37 Ādīs ‘Alem 79/mi²

38 Gīnch’ī 66/mi²

39 Kachīsī 45/mi²

40 Gēdo 38/mi²

41 Chelenko 36/mi²

42 Shashamane 28/mi²

43 Ījajī 21/mi²

44 Arsi Negele 13/mi²

45 Yabēlo 13/mi²

46 Tulu Bolo 10/mi²

47 Mek’ī 9/mi²

48 Mojo 8/mi²

49 Negēlē 8/mi²

50 Gebre Guracha 6/mi²

51 Hagere Maryam 6/mi²

52 Dodola 6/mi²

53 Āsasa 6/mi²

54 Nejo 6/mi²

55 Bedēsa 5/mi²

56 Kibre Mengist 5/mi²

57 Shakiso 5/mi²

58 Gutin 5/mi²

59 Gelemso 4/mi²

60 Dayē 4/mi²

61 Mendī 4/mi²

62 Welench’ītī 4/mi²

63 Dēra 4/mi²

64 Kofelē 4/mi²

65 Mī’ēso 4/mi²

66 Wonji 4/mi²

67 Āyana 4/mi²

68 Deder 4/mi²

69 Hīrna 3/mi²

70 ‘Alem T’ēna 3/mi²

71 Metahāra 3/mi²

72 Kuyera 3/mi²

73 Sīrē 3/mi²

74 Sheno 3/mi²

75 Mēga 2/mi²

76 Suntu 2/mi²

77 Wenjī 2/mi²

78 Kercha 2/mi²

79 Gorē 2/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. Sebeta leads with 35,769 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. Sebeta has 35,769 people per square mile — that's roughly 56 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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