Most Dense in Stockholm

Top 54 cities ranked by most dense

Most Dense - Stockholm

1 Östermalm 36,786/mi²
2 Fisksätra 19,743/mi²
3 Tensta 18,981/mi²
4 Årsta 13,776/mi²
5 Stockholm 13,628/mi²
6 Kungsängen 9,441/mi²
7 Bromma 8,666/mi²
8 Sundbyberg 8,221/mi²
9 Älta 7,804/mi²
10 Solna 7,226/mi²
11 Vaxholm 6,694/mi²
12 Kista 6,449/mi²
13 Vasastaden 6,313/mi²
14 Jordbro 6,147/mi²
15 Brevik 5,733/mi²
16 Nynäshamn 5,633/mi²
17 Norrtälje 5,594/mi²
18 Ekerö 5,008/mi²
19 Sigtuna 4,953/mi²
20 Bro 4,792/mi²
21 Saltsjöbaden 4,524/mi²
22 Hässelby Villastad 4,368/mi²
23 Hemmesta 4,000/mi²
24 Rimbo 3,990/mi²
25 Järna 3,892/mi²
26 Akalla 3,136/mi²
27 Täby 2,856/mi²
28 Södermalm 2,100/mi²
29 Danderyd 2,059/mi²
30 Råsunda 1,823/mi²
31 Or 1,560/mi²
32 Huddinge 1,181/mi²
33 Bergshamra 788/mi²
34 Jakobsberg 714/mi²
35 Djursholm 570/mi²
36 Kungsholmen 427/mi²
37 Nacka 407/mi²
38 Sollentuna 161/mi²
39 Tullinge 139/mi²
40 Segeltorp 138/mi²
41 Vårby 132/mi²
42 Rinkeby 119/mi²
43 Märsta 114/mi²
44 Alby 99/mi²
45 Upplands Väsby 92/mi²
46 Haninge 76/mi²
47 Södertälje 69/mi²
48 Lidingö 65/mi²
49 Fittja 65/mi²
50 Gustavsberg 43/mi²
51 Åkersberga 39/mi²
52 Boo 38/mi²
53 Tumba 20/mi²
54 Vallentuna 12/mi²

The most densely populated cities in Stockholm pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Östermalm leads with 36,786 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. Östermalm has 36,786 people per square mile - that's roughly 57 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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