Most Dense in East Java

Top 61 cities ranked by most dense

Most Dense - East Java

1 Tuban 238,256/mi²
2 Pare 32,033/mi²
3 Soko 31,868/mi²
4 Surabaya 22,206/mi²
5 Mojokerto 20,375/mi²
6 Madiun 15,787/mi²
7 Malang 15,442/mi²
8 Pasuruan 13,666/mi²
9 Blitar 10,494/mi²
10 Kediri 10,294/mi²
11 Probolinggo 10,199/mi²
12 Gedangan 8,288/mi²
13 Bangil 7,001/mi²
14 Bojonegoro 4,834/mi²
15 Tulangan Utara 4,212/mi²
16 Gampengrejo 4,107/mi²
17 Sidoarjo 2,648/mi²
18 Batu 2,435/mi²
19 Krian 2,383/mi²
20 Ponorogo 1,883/mi²
21 Buduran 1,663/mi²
22 Tanggulangin 1,517/mi²
23 Situbondo 640/mi²
24 Pamekasan 300/mi²
25 Sumenep 275/mi²
26 Jombang 240/mi²
27 Jember 211/mi²
28 Lumajang 184/mi²
29 Bangkalan 176/mi²
30 Gresik 168/mi²
31 Kedungwaru 133/mi²
32 Singosari 125/mi²
33 Nganjuk 114/mi²
34 Tulungagung 108/mi²
35 Kertosono 100/mi²
36 Bondowoso 96/mi²
37 Trenggalek 92/mi²
38 Sampang 91/mi²
39 Lamongan 86/mi²
40 Diwek 79/mi²
41 Lawang 78/mi²
42 Kalianget 78/mi²
43 Ngawi 71/mi²
44 Boyolangu 53/mi²
45 Besuki 52/mi²
46 Pandaan 51/mi²
47 Kamal 46/mi²
48 Mojoagung 45/mi²
49 Balung 44/mi²
50 Ngunut 43/mi²
51 Ngoro 43/mi²
52 Panji 40/mi²
53 Kraksaan 36/mi²
54 Prigen 36/mi²
55 Kepanjen 36/mi²
56 Paciran 35/mi²
57 Kencong 30/mi²
58 Panarukan 29/mi²
59 Babat 24/mi²
60 Sumberpucung 24/mi²
61 Pakisaji 21/mi²

The most densely populated cities in East Java pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Tuban leads with 238,256 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. Tuban has 238,256 people per square mile - that's roughly 372 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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