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Most Dense in North Macedonia

Top 70 cities ranked by most dense

Most Dense — North Macedonia

1 Centar Župa 18 122,735/mi²
2 Gostivar D4 98,027/mi²
3 Čair F6 47,627/mi²
4 Struga E6 38,543/mi²
5 Shtip 98 9,267/mi²
6 Kisela Voda F6 7,134/mi²
7 Kondovo F6 7,064/mi²
8 Kavadarci D6 6,655/mi²
9 Krusevo 54 6,355/mi²
10 Kamenjane C7 4,820/mi²
11 Vasilevo A9 4,046/mi²
12 Gevgelija 33 4,028/mi²
13 Negotino B7 3,568/mi²
14 Lipkovo 59 3,469/mi²
15 Zelino C3 2,959/mi²
16 Debar D2 2,855/mi²
17 Bosilovo 11 2,797/mi²
18 Петровец 79 2,721/mi²
19 Bogovinje C7 2,699/mi²
20 Velesta E6 2,596/mi²
21 Probishtip 83 2,424/mi²
22 Resen 86 2,407/mi²
23 Vrapčište B7 2,357/mi²
24 Ilinden 36 2,282/mi²
25 Studeničani A2 2,277/mi²
26 Džepčište E8 2,256/mi²
27 Dolna Banjica D4 2,235/mi²
28 Skopje F6 2,152/mi²
29 Арачиново 01 2,068/mi²
30 Veles F1 2,019/mi²
31 Dolneni 28 1,999/mi²
32 Sopište 92 1,979/mi²
33 Kičevo 43 1,680/mi²
34 Jegunovce D5 1,597/mi²
35 Butel F6 1,540/mi²
36 Kratovo 51 1,459/mi²
37 Novo Selo 72 1,454/mi²
38 Makedonska Kamenica 62 1,364/mi²
39 Chucher-Sandevo 20 1,089/mi²
40 Makedonski Brod D8 1,087/mi²
41 Cegrane D4 1,039/mi²
42 Delogožda E6 1,036/mi²
43 Krivogashtani 53 998/mi²
44 Rostusa E4 993/mi²
45 Sveti Nikole A4 935/mi²
46 Labunista E6 912/mi²
47 Delcevo 22 912/mi²
48 Šipkovica E8 800/mi²
49 Strumica E7 798/mi²
50 Vrutok D4 744/mi²
51 Tetovo E8 625/mi²
52 Gjorče Petro F6 585/mi²
53 Tearce A5 576/mi²
54 Bitola 06 425/mi²
55 Kumanovo D7 382/mi²
56 Negotino 69 380/mi²
57 Saraj F6 362/mi²
58 Zajas 43 321/mi²
59 Šuto Orizare F6 297/mi²
60 Ohrid E2 279/mi²
61 Kochani 46 279/mi²
62 Brvenica 12 256/mi²
63 Berovo 04 233/mi²
64 Bogdanci 08 195/mi²
65 Radovis 84 173/mi²
66 Prilep E3 160/mi²
67 Dračevo F6 151/mi²
68 Radishani F6 130/mi²
69 Kriva Palanka 52 112/mi²
70 Vinica B4 109/mi²

The most densely populated cities in North Macedonia pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Centar Župa leads with 122,735 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. Centar Župa has 122,735 people per square mile — that's roughly 192 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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