Most Dense in Bicol Region

Top 100 cities ranked by most dense

Most Dense - Bicol Region

1 Dugcal 13,933/mi²
2 Marupit 13,933/mi²
3 Camaligan 13,933/mi²
4 Naga 6,455/mi²
5 Daet 5,995/mi²
6 Maslog 3,549/mi²
7 Legaspi 3,549/mi²
8 Bariw 3,549/mi²
9 Tabaco 3,113/mi²
10 Daraga 3,012/mi²
11 Inapatan 2,851/mi²
12 Agupit 2,851/mi²
13 Milaor 2,593/mi²
14 Malilipot 2,410/mi²
15 San Francisco 2,410/mi²
16 Nabua 2,328/mi²
17 Ayugan 2,225/mi²
18 Talisay 2,220/mi²
19 Tigaon 2,212/mi²
20 Salvacion 2,212/mi²
21 Tinawagan 2,212/mi²
22 Caraycayon 2,212/mi²
23 Santa Teresita 2,174/mi²
24 Iriga City 2,174/mi²
25 Canaman 2,140/mi²
26 Gainza 2,044/mi²
27 Herrera 2,002/mi²
28 Malabog 1,846/mi²
29 Sorsogon 1,760/mi²
30 Gabao 1,760/mi²
31 Magarao 1,624/mi²
32 Bascaron 1,595/mi²
33 Lacag 1,595/mi²
34 Polangui 1,593/mi²
35 Manga 1,593/mi²
36 Lanigay 1,593/mi²
37 Causip 1,571/mi²
38 Pawili 1,571/mi²
39 San Agustin 1,568/mi²
40 Curry 1,568/mi²
41 Cadlan 1,568/mi²
42 Pili 1,568/mi²
43 Himaao 1,568/mi²
44 Bombon 1,564/mi²
45 Bacacay 1,533/mi²
46 San Jose 1,494/mi²
47 Ponso 1,494/mi²
48 Balinad 1,494/mi²
49 Baao 1,490/mi²
50 San Roque 1,459/mi²
51 Aanislag 1,459/mi²
52 Bangkirohan 1,459/mi²
53 Villahermosa 1,459/mi²
54 Beberon 1,415/mi²
55 San Fernando 1,415/mi²
56 Manquiring 1,406/mi²
57 Calabanga 1,406/mi²
58 San Lucas 1,406/mi²
59 Binanwanaan 1,406/mi²
60 Butag 1,406/mi²
61 Bulan 1,406/mi²
62 Bagumbayan 1,393/mi²
63 Tiwi 1,393/mi²
64 Joroan 1,393/mi²
65 Naagas 1,393/mi²
66 Virac 1,277/mi²
67 Bato 1,258/mi²
68 Agos 1,258/mi²
69 Paulba 1,257/mi²
70 City of Ligao 1,257/mi²
71 Ligao 1,257/mi²
72 Batana 1,257/mi²
73 Tuburan 1,257/mi²
74 Tinampo 1,257/mi²
75 Pamplona 1,239/mi²
76 San Gabriel 1,237/mi²
77 Prieto Diaz 1,236/mi²
78 Tagoytoy 1,214/mi²
79 Gubat 1,177/mi²
80 Fabrica 1,173/mi²
81 Bula 1,173/mi²
82 Baybay 1,096/mi²
83 Malinao 1,096/mi²
84 Balading 1,096/mi²
85 Mahaba 1,085/mi²
86 Sagrada 1,084/mi²
87 Ocampo 1,084/mi²
88 Gatbo 1,084/mi²
89 Pinit 1,084/mi²
90 Casiguran 1,084/mi²
91 Santa Cruz 1,084/mi²
92 Minalabac 1,065/mi²
93 Tariric 1,065/mi²
94 Cabusao 1,045/mi²
95 Binitayan 1,043/mi²
96 Santa Magdalena 1,036/mi²
97 Monbon 1,029/mi²
98 Irosin 1,029/mi²
99 Malidong 944/mi²
100 Basicao Coastal 944/mi²

The most densely populated cities in Bicol Region pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Dugcal leads with 13,933 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. Dugcal has 13,933 people per square mile - that's roughly 22 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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