Most Dense in Lisbon

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Most Dense — Lisbon

1 Amadora 60,425/mi²

2 Queluz 56,813/mi²

3 Cacém 35,871/mi²

4 Campo De Ourique 34,594/mi²

5 Damaia 32,702/mi²

6 Odivelas 29,687/mi²

7 Graça 27,912/mi²

8 Moscavide e Portela 25,555/mi²

9 Areeiro 25,494/mi²

10 São Jorge de Arroios 23,948/mi²

11 São Mamede 22,583/mi²

12 Bairro Alto 22,460/mi²

13 Cidade Universitária 20,000/mi²

14 Alcântara 18,941/mi²

15 Falagueira 18,077/mi²

16 Alfragide 17,571/mi²

17 Alvalade 17,196/mi²

18 Baixa 16,578/mi²

19 Sete Rios 16,497/mi²

20 Lumiar 16,489/mi²

21 Charneca 15,923/mi²

22 São Sebastião da Pedreira 15,517/mi²

23 Principe Real 14,633/mi²

24 Alfornelos 14,111/mi²

25 Massamá 13,515/mi²

26 Lisbon 13,404/mi²

27 Marvila 13,382/mi²

28 Olival 13,342/mi²

29 Pontinha 12,988/mi²

30 Beato António 12,866/mi²

31 Campolide 12,747/mi²

32 Belém 12,535/mi²

33 Bairro da Madre de Deus 12,306/mi²

34 Póvoa de Santo Adrião 11,638/mi²

35 Parque das Nações 11,304/mi²

36 Campo Pequeno 10,843/mi²

37 Olivais 10,829/mi²

38 Carnide 10,016/mi²

39 Anjos 9,751/mi²

40 Sacavém 9,735/mi²

41 Chelas 9,590/mi²

42 Algueirão 8,418/mi²

43 Campo Grande 8,386/mi²

44 Benfica 7,852/mi²

45 Prazeres 7,566/mi²

46 Rio de Mouro 7,462/mi²

47 Estoril 6,991/mi²

48 Linda-a-Velha 6,740/mi²

49 Carnaxide 6,236/mi²

50 Algés 6,235/mi²

51 Intendente 5,617/mi²

52 São Domingos de Rana 5,285/mi²

53 Póvoa de Santa Iria 4,992/mi²

54 Ajuda 4,933/mi²

55 Oeiras 4,814/mi²

56 Olival Basto 4,655/mi²

57 Loures 4,202/mi²

58 Parede 4,050/mi²

59 Paço de Arcos 3,573/mi²

60 Prior Velho 3,571/mi²

61 Ramada 3,445/mi²

62 Buraca 3,414/mi²

63 Camarate 3,385/mi²

64 Porto Salvo 3,278/mi²

65 Santa Maria de Belém 2,945/mi²

66 Barcarena 2,856/mi²

67 Carcavelos 2,801/mi²

68 Cabo Ruivo 2,678/mi²

69 Restelo 2,513/mi²

70 Cascais 2,439/mi²

71 São João da Talha 2,375/mi²

72 Santa Iria da Azóia 2,330/mi²

73 Queijas 2,323/mi²

74 Caneças 2,157/mi²

75 Belas 1,992/mi²

76 Famões 1,966/mi²

77 Alcabideche 1,881/mi²

78 Unhos 1,797/mi²

79 Carregado 1,749/mi²

80 Ericeira 1,594/mi²

81 Monte Estoril 1,565/mi²

82 Malveira 1,519/mi²

83 Vialonga 1,512/mi²

84 Caxias 1,239/mi²

85 Apelação 1,205/mi²

86 Mem Martins 1,144/mi²

87 Bobadela 1,054/mi²

88 Sintra 970/mi²

89 Torres Vedras 829/mi²

90 Silveira 645/mi²

91 Castanheira do Ribatejo 626/mi²

92 Venda do Pinheiro 620/mi²

93 Cova da Moura 557/mi²

94 Azambuja 537/mi²

95 Almargem 526/mi²

96 Ventosa 524/mi²

97 Mafra 508/mi²

98 Lourinhã 489/mi²

99 Colares 486/mi²

100 Alenquer 466/mi²

The most densely populated cities in Lisbon pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Amadora leads with 60,425 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. Amadora has 60,425 people per square mile — that's roughly 94 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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