Most Dense in Oman

Top 29 cities ranked by most dense

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Most Dense — Oman

1 Bawshar 06 269,899/mi²

2 Seeb 06 92,693/mi²

3 Shināş 11 22,646/mi²

4 Sohar 11 893/mi²

5 Khasab 07 892/mi²

6 Muscat 06 590/mi²

7 ‘Ibrī 09 314/mi²

8 Barkā’ 02 226/mi²

9 As Suwayq 11 198/mi²

10 Şaḩam 11 150/mi²

11 Rustaq 02 123/mi²

12 Samā’il 01 115/mi²

13 Liwá 11 74/mi²

14 Al Buraymī 10 71/mi²

15 Sufālat Samā’il 01 68/mi²

16 Badīyah 12 63/mi²

17 Bayt al ‘Awābī 02 58/mi²

18 Qurayyāt 06 56/mi²

19 Sur 04 54/mi²

20 Al Khābūrah 11 53/mi²

21 Nizwá 01 53/mi²

22 Izkī 01 51/mi²

23 Ibrā’ 12 46/mi²

24 Şalālah 08 41/mi²

25 Bidbid 01 39/mi²

26 Yanqul 09 32/mi²

27 Bahlā’ 01 26/mi²

28 Al Qābil 12 12/mi²

29 Adam 01 2/mi²

The most densely populated cities in Oman pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Bawshar leads with 269,899 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. Bawshar has 269,899 people per square mile — that's roughly 422 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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