Most Dense in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao

Top 55 cities ranked by most dense

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Most Dense — Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao

1 Budta 20,748/mi²

2 Marawi City 7,692/mi²

3 Cotabato 3,433/mi²

4 Jolo 3,376/mi²

5 City of Isabela 780/mi²

6 Dinaig 655/mi²

7 Kansipati 486/mi²

8 Maluso 482/mi²

9 Sultan Kudarat 454/mi²

10 Sultan sa Barongis 348/mi²

11 Anuling 336/mi²

12 Lu-uk 320/mi²

13 Karungdong 243/mi²

14 Kulase 239/mi²

15 Buluan 226/mi²

16 General Salipada K. Pendatun 218/mi²

17 Punay 204/mi²

18 Talipaw 200/mi²

19 Bongao 188/mi²

20 Kajatian 182/mi²

21 South Upi 176/mi²

22 Siasi 169/mi²

23 Al-Barka 161/mi²

24 Lugus 140/mi²

25 Parang 137/mi²

26 Dalumangcob 78/mi²

27 Datu Piang 70/mi²

28 Bayang 70/mi²

29 Sitangkai 56/mi²

30 Simbahan 56/mi²

31 Butig 47/mi²

32 Badak 46/mi²

33 Lamitan City 45/mi²

34 Balimbing 44/mi²

35 Languyan 40/mi²

36 Tuburan 39/mi²

37 Upi 33/mi²

38 Laminusa 28/mi²

39 Tampakan 22/mi²

40 New Batu Batu 18/mi²

41 Tongouson 17/mi²

42 Pagalungan 17/mi²

43 Pagaluñgan 15/mi²

44 Sanga-Sanga 14/mi²

45 Maganoy 10/mi²

46 Wao 9/mi²

47 Dalican 8/mi²

48 Talitay 7/mi²

49 Digal 4/mi²

50 Awang 4/mi²

51 Bugasan 4/mi²

52 Dado 3/mi²

53 Kauran 3/mi²

54 Litayan 3/mi²

55 Bayanga 2/mi²

The most densely populated cities in Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Budta leads with 20,748 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. Budta has 20,748 people per square mile — that's roughly 32 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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