Most Dense in Sudan

Top 42 cities ranked by most dense

Most Dense - Sudan

1 Al Qadarif 39 14,084/mi²
2 Omdurman 29 11,817/mi²
3 Khartoum North 29 3,053/mi²
4 El Obeid 56 1,808/mi²
5 Kosti 41 1,704/mi²
6 Nyala 49 1,583/mi²
7 Wad Medani 38 1,079/mi²
8 El Fasher 55 925/mi²
9 El Daein 60 848/mi²
10 Al-Junaynah 47 526/mi²
11 Rabak 41 436/mi²
12 El Geneina Fort 47 433/mi²
13 Al Manāqil 38 323/mi²
14 Ad Douiem 41 282/mi²
15 Kadugli 50 280/mi²
16 An Nuhūd 62 280/mi²
17 Burām 49 209/mi²
18 Dilling 50 190/mi²
19 Dongola 43 187/mi²
20 Umm Ruwaba 56 183/mi²
21 'Ārdamatā 47 180/mi²
22 Mellit 55 162/mi²
23 Al Hasaheisa 38 154/mi²
24 Abu Jibeha 50 151/mi²
25 Al Mijlad 62 129/mi²
26 Gereida 49 123/mi²
27 Babanūsah 62 105/mi²
28 Tandaltī 41 101/mi²
29 Rufā‘a 38 92/mi²
30 Zalinjay 61 88/mi²
31 Kināna 58 85/mi²
32 Abū Zabad 62 75/mi²
33 Kuraymah 43 65/mi²
34 Al Hilāliyya 38 56/mi²
35 Bārah 56 55/mi²
36 Talodi 50 42/mi²
37 Ad Dabbah 43 38/mi²
38 Merowe 43 34/mi²
39 Wad Rāwah 38 34/mi²
41 Al Masallamiyya 38 30/mi²
42 Argo 43 26/mi²

The most densely populated cities in Sudan pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Al Qadarif leads with 14,084 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. Al Qadarif has 14,084 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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