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Most Dense in Mongolia

Top 37 cities ranked by most dense

Most Dense — Mongolia

1 Ölgii 03 4,905/mi²
2 Mörön 13 4,152/mi²
3 Arvayheer 15 3,928/mi²
4 Mandalgovi 08 2,903/mi²
5 Saynshand 07 2,710/mi²
6 Dzuunmod 18 2,288/mi²
7 Darhan 23 2,109/mi²
8 Höshööt 03 1,373/mi²
9 Uliastay 09 1,315/mi²
10 Sühbaatar 16 1,309/mi²
11 Bayanhongor 02 1,252/mi²
12 Erdenet 25 1,218/mi²
13 Khovd 12 1,102/mi²
14 Baruun-Urt 17 799/mi²
15 Ulaangom 19 565/mi²
16 Horgo 01 536/mi²
17 Ulan Bator 20 465/mi²
18 Bulgan 21 450/mi²
19 Choibalsan 06 413/mi²
20 Nalayh 20 149/mi²
21 Dalandzadgad 14 135/mi²
22 Tsetserleg 01 104/mi²
23 Zuunmod 18 79/mi²
24 Zamiin Uud 07 55/mi²
25 Sharïngol 16 37/mi²
26 Choyr 24 30/mi²
27 Altai 10 21/mi²
28 Undurkhaan 11 16/mi²
29 Tsengel 13 11/mi²
30 Dzüünharaa 16 9/mi²
31 Kharkhorin 15 8/mi²
32 Bogd 15 8/mi²
33 Hongor 23 6/mi²
34 Tosontsengel 09 5/mi²
35 Bor-Öndör 11 4/mi²
36 Bayan-Uhaa 09 2/mi²
37 Jargalant 03 2/mi²

The most densely populated cities in Mongolia pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Ölgii leads with 4,905 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. Ölgii has 4,905 people per square mile — that's roughly 8 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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