Most Dense in Kenya

Top 100 cities ranked by most dense

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Most Dense — Kenya

1 Pumwani 05 155,874/mi²

2 Kakamega 20 139,268/mi²

3 Ruiru 22 129,319/mi²

4 Kisii 25 29,124/mi²

5 Karuri 22 28,003/mi²

6 Eldoret 52 26,711/mi²

7 Bungoma 12 23,955/mi²

8 Kikuyu 22 23,589/mi²

9 Meru 35 22,091/mi²

10 Embu 15 18,726/mi²

11 Ongata Rongai 19 18,536/mi²

12 Jomvu 37 16,692/mi²

13 Nairobi 05 16,362/mi²

14 Kabarnet 10 14,856/mi²

15 Busia 13 14,611/mi²

16 Kericho 21 13,726/mi²

17 Kilifi 23 13,007/mi²

18 Nakuru 39 12,387/mi²

19 Mombasa 37 10,620/mi²

20 Mtwapa 23 9,698/mi²

21 Malindi 23 9,066/mi²

22 Mandera 33 8,914/mi²

23 Ngong 19 8,738/mi²

24 Kiambu 22 8,632/mi²

25 Mlolongo 31 8,145/mi²

26 Thika 05 7,849/mi²

27 Limuru 22 7,533/mi²

28 Machakos 31 7,304/mi²

29 Ukunda 28 6,352/mi²

30 Mbale 53 5,676/mi²

31 Lang'ata 05 5,510/mi²

32 Juja 22 5,098/mi²

33 Nyamira 42 4,551/mi²

34 Maua 35 4,270/mi²

35 Matuga 28 4,191/mi²

36 Migori 36 3,876/mi²

37 Githunguri 22 3,751/mi²

38 Naivasha 39 3,561/mi²

39 Kisumu 26 3,470/mi²

40 Murang’a 38 3,360/mi²

41 Luanda 53 3,217/mi²

42 Khwisero 20 3,150/mi²

43 Kiserian 19 3,117/mi²

44 Kimilili 12 2,771/mi²

45 Mwala 31 2,313/mi²

46 Lugulu 13 2,201/mi²

47 Mumias 20 2,168/mi²

48 Rongo 36 1,993/mi²

49 Kitengela 19 1,910/mi²

50 Kapsabet 40 1,771/mi²

51 Webuye 12 1,657/mi²

52 Siaya 46 1,638/mi²

53 Chuka 49 1,576/mi²

54 Chavakali 53 1,411/mi²

55 Kihancha 36 1,334/mi²

56 Malaba 13 1,249/mi²

57 Molo 39 1,178/mi²

58 Nyeri 44 1,073/mi²

59 Matunda 52 984/mi²

60 Majengo 53 971/mi²

61 Nyambunwa 25 968/mi²

62 Lamu 30 963/mi²

63 Ogembo 25 951/mi²

64 Kenol 38 944/mi²

65 Sagana 24 910/mi²

66 Oyugis 17 886/mi²

67 Karuri 38 873/mi²

68 Kawaida 22 870/mi²

69 Watamu 23 809/mi²

70 Gilgil 39 808/mi²

71 Brooke 21 715/mi²

72 Tala 31 705/mi²

73 Kangundo 31 697/mi²

74 Awendo 36 671/mi²

75 Kitale 50 645/mi²

76 Isebania 36 631/mi²

77 Moi‘s Bridge 52 630/mi²

78 Gatundu 22 550/mi²

79 Tetu 44 526/mi²

80 Njoro 39 524/mi²

81 Chwele 12 511/mi²

82 Litein 21 501/mi²

83 Port Victoria 13 494/mi²

84 Mazeras 28 481/mi²

85 Homa Bay 17 479/mi²

86 Wanguru 24 467/mi²

87 Maseno 26 426/mi²

88 Bondo 46 416/mi²

89 Kinoi 31 413/mi²

90 Githunguri 31 410/mi²

91 Butere 20 393/mi²

92 Mbita 17 376/mi²

93 Rongai 39 373/mi²

94 Narok 41 372/mi²

95 Maragua 38 350/mi²

96 Karatina 44 336/mi²

97 Mariakani 23 323/mi²

98 Elburgon 39 323/mi²

99 Athi River 31 304/mi²

100 Kendu Bay 17 304/mi²

The most densely populated cities in Kenya pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Pumwani leads with 155,874 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. Pumwani has 155,874 people per square mile — that's roughly 244 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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