Most Dense in Irbid

Top 24 cities ranked by most dense

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Most Dense — Irbid

1 Irbid 49,142/mi²

2 Ar Ramthā 10,084/mi²

3 Şammā 1,681/mi²

4 Aţ Ţurrah 1,352/mi²

5 Aţ Ţayyibah 359/mi²

6 Judita 322/mi²

7 Kafr Asad 253/mi²

8 Aydūn 238/mi²

9 Dayr Yūsuf 153/mi²

10 Kurayyimah 133/mi²

11 Kafr Abīl 102/mi²

12 Tibnah 84/mi²

13 Ash Shajarah 72/mi²

14 Kitim 69/mi²

15 Kafr Sawm 67/mi²

16 Malkā 65/mi²

17 Saḩam al Kaffārāt 59/mi²

18 Ḩātim 52/mi²

19 Kharjā 52/mi²

20 Waqqāş 42/mi²

21 Bayt Yāfā 29/mi²

22 Ḩakamā 26/mi²

23 Sāl 26/mi²

24 Qumaym 19/mi²

The most densely populated cities in Irbid pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Irbid leads with 49,142 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. Irbid has 49,142 people per square mile — that's roughly 77 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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