Most Dense in San Martín Department

Top 40 cities ranked by most dense

Most Dense - San Martín Department

1 Bello Horizonte 1,638/mi²
2 Las Palmas 1,638/mi²
3 Tarapoto 1,638/mi²
4 Rioja 757/mi²
5 Posic 757/mi²
6 Jepelacio 349/mi²
7 La Florida 341/mi²
8 Ucrania 341/mi²
9 Miraflores 341/mi²
10 Nueva Cajamarca 341/mi²
11 Yorongos 309/mi²
12 Habana 309/mi²
13 La Banda 247/mi²
14 Morales 209/mi²
15 Rumisapa 188/mi²
16 Lamas 188/mi²
17 La Victoria 170/mi²
18 Pajarillo 170/mi²
19 Juanjuí 170/mi²
20 San Jose De Sisa 105/mi²
21 Huaja 105/mi²
22 Nauta 105/mi²
23 Sisa 105/mi²
24 Shatoja 105/mi²
25 Bellavista 93/mi²
26 Tingo de Saposoa 93/mi²
27 Mariscal Castilla 92/mi²
28 Tingo de Ponasa 92/mi²
29 Pucacaca 92/mi²
30 Picota 92/mi²
32 Naranjos 78/mi²
33 Soritor 59/mi²
34 Tabalosos 57/mi²
35 Shanao 43/mi²
36 Saposoa 40/mi²
37 Ledoy 38/mi²
38 Tabaloslos 28/mi²
39 Tocache 27/mi²
40 Uchiza 11/mi²

The most densely populated cities in San Martín Department pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Bello Horizonte leads with 1,638 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. Bello Horizonte has 1,638 people per square mile - that's roughly 3 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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