Most Dense in Liguria

Top 44 cities ranked by most dense

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Most Dense — Liguria

1 Chiavari 4,550/mi²

2 Genoa 4,300/mi²

3 La Spezia 3,702/mi²

4 Vallecrosia 3,154/mi²

5 Recco 2,299/mi²

6 Santa Margherita Ligure 1,992/mi²

7 Bordighera 1,969/mi²

8 Sanremo 1,877/mi²

9 Rapallo 1,868/mi²

10 Imperia 1,771/mi²

11 Lavagna 1,675/mi²

12 Savona 1,587/mi²

13 Diano Marina 1,466/mi²

14 Santo Stefano di Magra 1,361/mi²

15 Albenga 1,211/mi²

16 Alassio 1,167/mi²

17 Carcare 1,121/mi²

18 Colombiera-Molicciara 1,052/mi²

19 Sestri Levante 989/mi²

20 Arenzano 976/mi²

21 Loano 959/mi²

22 Ventimiglia 900/mi²

23 Pietra Ligure 854/mi²

24 Lerici 828/mi²

25 Taggia 803/mi²

26 Arcola 778/mi²

27 Sarzana 772/mi²

28 Ceriale 759/mi²

29 Ceparana-Carpena 710/mi²

30 Casano-Dogana-Isola 707/mi²

31 Vado Ligure 700/mi²

32 Serra Riccò 660/mi²

33 Cogoleto 568/mi²

34 Albisola Superiore 553/mi²

35 Finale Ligure 510/mi²

36 Varazze 500/mi²

37 Pedemonte 488/mi²

38 Vado Centro 462/mi²

39 Andora 401/mi²

40 Busalla 377/mi²

41 Casarza Ligure 368/mi²

42 Albissola Marina 305/mi²

43 Marina di Andora 297/mi²

44 Cairo Montenotte 164/mi²

The most densely populated cities in Liguria pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Chiavari leads with 4,550 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. Chiavari has 4,550 people per square mile — that's roughly 7 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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