Most Dense in Kuala Lumpur

Top 32 cities ranked by most dense

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Most Dense — Kuala Lumpur

1 Kuala Lumpur 15,456/mi²

2 Brickfields 14,815/mi²

3 Ampang 6,797/mi²

4 Taman Petaling 4,501/mi²

5 Bandar Utama 4,129/mi²

6 Wangsa Maju 2,294/mi²

7 Bukit Jalil 2,128/mi²

8 Titiwangsa 1,299/mi²

9 Bukit Bintang 1,282/mi²

10 Sentul 1,064/mi²

11 Kepong 914/mi²

12 Alam Damai 810/mi²

13 Sri Petaling 532/mi²

14 Taman Melati 532/mi²

15 Kuchai Lama 532/mi²

16 SS2 526/mi²

17 Bangsar 426/mi²

18 Taman Sri Sinar 426/mi²

19 Taman Tun Dr Ismail 399/mi²

20 Bukit Kerinchi 372/mi²

21 Mont Kiara 326/mi²

22 Taman OUG 276/mi²

23 Taman Desa 266/mi²

24 Taman Ikan Emas 232/mi²

25 Desa Petaling 213/mi²

26 Mutiara Damansara 206/mi²

27 Seputeh 198/mi²

28 Desa Parkcity 176/mi²

29 Pudu 160/mi²

30 Kampong Datuk Keramat 139/mi²

31 Jinjang 138/mi²

32 Bukit Damansara 55/mi²

The most densely populated cities in Kuala Lumpur pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Kuala Lumpur leads with 15,456 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. Kuala Lumpur has 15,456 people per square mile — that's roughly 24 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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