Most Dense in Marrakesh-Safi

Top 31 cities ranked by most dense

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Most Dense — Marrakesh-Safi

1 El Kelaa des Srarhna 17,417/mi²

2 Marrakesh 11,215/mi²

3 Ben Guerir 10,209/mi²

4 Safi 9,830/mi²

5 Youssoufia 8,392/mi²

6 Ait Ourir 7,821/mi²

7 Tahannout 4,913/mi²

8 Imi-n-Tanout 3,511/mi²

9 Méchouar-Kasba 3,131/mi²

10 Chichaoua 2,909/mi²

11 Laâttaouia 2,640/mi²

12 Essaouira 2,450/mi²

13 Sidi Rahhal 2,352/mi²

14 Sebt Gzoula 2,114/mi²

15 Echemmaia Est 1,866/mi²

16 Tlet El Hanchane 1,095/mi²

17 Sidi Bou Othmane 1,076/mi²

18 Tamallalt 1,012/mi²

19 Amizmiz 886/mi²

20 Sidi Zouine 611/mi²

21 Tamanar 473/mi²

22 Jamaat Shaim 448/mi²

23 Tamansourt 257/mi²

24 Setti Fatma 156/mi²

25 Sidi Lmokhtar 138/mi²

26 Loudaya 133/mi²

27 Asni 127/mi²

28 Tameslouht 78/mi²

29 Sidi Ahmed 68/mi²

30 Talat-n-Ya’qoub 66/mi²

31 Skhour Rehamna 43/mi²

The most densely populated cities in Marrakesh-Safi pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. El Kelaa des Srarhna leads with 17,417 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. El Kelaa des Srarhna has 17,417 people per square mile — that's roughly 27 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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