Most Dense in Slovenia

Top 40 cities ranked by most dense

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Most Dense — Slovenia

1 Maribor J2 6,078/mi²

2 Koper 50 5,130/mi²

3 Velenje D7 5,006/mi²

4 Celje 11 4,340/mi²

5 Ljubljana 61 4,305/mi²

6 Jesenice H4 4,041/mi²

7 Kamnik H6 3,887/mi²

8 Lucija J9 3,542/mi²

9 Grosuplje 32 3,462/mi²

10 Litija I5 3,173/mi²

11 Radovljica A3 3,143/mi²

12 Krško 54 2,953/mi²

13 Ajdovščina 01 2,534/mi²

14 Hrastnik 34 2,509/mi²

15 Rogaška Slatina A7 2,457/mi²

16 Murska Sobota 80 2,053/mi²

17 Brežice 08 1,989/mi²

18 Novo Mesto J7 1,901/mi²

19 Ptuj K7 1,817/mi²

20 Kočevje H7 1,486/mi²

21 Mengeš 72 1,189/mi²

22 Vrhnika E5 1,153/mi²

23 Črnomelj 17 1,104/mi²

24 Izola 40 1,017/mi²

25 Trbovlje D3 679/mi²

26 Kranj 52 664/mi²

27 Logatec 64 586/mi²

28 Domžale G7 473/mi²

29 Šentilj v Slov. Goricah B3 337/mi²

30 Ravne na Koroškem K8 285/mi²

31 Škofja Loka B9 208/mi²

32 Medvode 71 152/mi²

33 Zagorje ob Savi E7 113/mi²

34 Nova Gorica 84 109/mi²

35 Slovenj Gradec C2 108/mi²

36 Postojna 94 92/mi²

37 Sežana B7 72/mi²

38 Bled 03 71/mi²

39 Slovenska Bistrica L8 58/mi²

40 Idrija 36 53/mi²

The most densely populated cities in Slovenia pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Maribor leads with 6,078 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. Maribor has 6,078 people per square mile — that's roughly 9 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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