Most Dense in Khuzestan

Top 35 cities ranked by most dense

Most Dense - Khuzestan

1 Īz̄eh 19,834/mi²
2 Shūsh 18,909/mi²
3 Rāmhormoz 15,873/mi²
4 Behbahān 15,080/mi²
5 Sūsangerd 13,087/mi²
6 Omīdīyeh 9,199/mi²
7 Shādegān 8,676/mi²
8 Bandar-e Māhshahr 6,228/mi²
9 Darvīsheh 6,141/mi²
10 Kūt-e ‘Abdollāh 6,141/mi²
11 Ahvaz 5,812/mi²
12 Ḩamīdīyeh 5,613/mi²
13 Hoveyzeh 4,957/mi²
14 Khorramshahr 4,079/mi²
15 Masjed Soleymān 2,604/mi²
16 Abadan 1,550/mi²
17 Dezfūl 643/mi²
18 Dezful 643/mi²
19 Shūshtar 608/mi²
20 Andīmeshk 583/mi²
21 Hendījān 458/mi²
24 Sheybān 413/mi²
25 Bāgh-e Malek 374/mi²
26 Mollās̄ānī 197/mi²
27 Aghajari 188/mi²
28 Gotvand 144/mi²
29 Rāmshīr 116/mi²
30 Lālī 110/mi²
31 Chū’ebdeh-ye Yek 75/mi²
32 Haftkel 49/mi²
33 Dehdez 30/mi²
34 Shahrak-e Kūlūrī 13/mi²
35 Sardasht-e Zeydūn 13/mi²

The most densely populated cities in Khuzestan pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Īz̄eh leads with 19,834 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. Īz̄eh has 19,834 people per square mile - that's roughly 31 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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