Most Dense in Virginia

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Most Dense — Virginia

1 Seven Corners 13,487/mi²

2 Hutchison 12,611/mi²

3 Bailey's Crossroads 12,419/mi²

4 Huntington 11,726/mi²

5 McNair 11,005/mi²

6 Alexandria 10,495/mi²

7 Woodlawn CDP (Fairfax County) 9,532/mi²

8 Arlington 9,056/mi²

9 Hybla Valley 8,720/mi²

10 Merrifield 7,611/mi²

11 Falls Church 7,119/mi²

12 Fair Oaks 7,109/mi²

13 Sudley 6,674/mi²

14 Tysons 6,563/mi²

15 Sugarland Run 6,428/mi²

16 Bull Run CDP (Prince William County) 6,394/mi²

17 Stone Ridge 6,309/mi²

18 Idylwood 6,239/mi²

19 West Falls Church 6,144/mi²

20 Kingstowne 6,075/mi²

21 Centreville 6,021/mi²

22 Sterling 5,734/mi²

23 Herndon 5,718/mi²

24 Manassas Park 5,585/mi²

25 Burke Centre 5,574/mi²

26 Annandale 5,348/mi²

27 Franconia 5,213/mi²

28 University of Virginia 5,146/mi²

29 Greenbriar 5,121/mi²

30 Dale City 5,115/mi²

31 Burke 5,033/mi²

32 South Riding 4,993/mi²

33 Leesylvania 4,956/mi²

34 Lake Ridge 4,935/mi²

35 Moorefield 4,911/mi²

36 North Springfield 4,909/mi²

37 Woodbridge 4,816/mi²

38 West Springfield 4,762/mi²

39 Yorkshire 4,544/mi²

40 Broadlands 4,543/mi²

41 Kings Park West 4,487/mi²

42 Charlottesville 4,474/mi²

43 Dumbarton 4,448/mi²

44 Norfolk 4,411/mi²

45 Lake Barcroft 4,394/mi²

46 Manassas 4,337/mi²

47 Pimmit Hills 4,321/mi²

48 Belle Haven 4,307/mi²

49 Lincolnia 4,201/mi²

50 Brambleton 4,166/mi²

51 Reston 4,142/mi²

52 Lorton 4,120/mi²

53 Triangle 3,995/mi²

54 Springfield 3,936/mi²

55 Fairfax 3,923/mi²

56 George Mason 3,919/mi²

57 Franklin Farm 3,897/mi²

58 Leesburg 3,878/mi²

59 Rose Hill CDP (Fairfax County) 3,823/mi²

60 Richmond 3,798/mi²

61 Oakton 3,768/mi²

62 Newington Forest 3,757/mi²

63 Dumfries 3,733/mi²

64 Vienna 3,720/mi²

65 Montclair 3,710/mi²

66 Lowes Island 3,708/mi²

67 Dunn Loring 3,705/mi²

68 Countryside 3,705/mi²

69 Loudoun Valley Estates 3,674/mi²

70 Fair Lakes 3,636/mi²

71 Woodburn 3,601/mi²

72 Belmont 3,528/mi²

73 Cascades 3,385/mi²

74 Laurel 3,373/mi²

75 Linton Hall 3,305/mi²

76 Wyndham 3,293/mi²

77 Mantua 3,142/mi²

78 Short Pump 3,141/mi²

79 Lansdowne 3,120/mi²

80 Groveton 3,118/mi²

81 Dranesville 3,089/mi²

82 Woodlake 3,047/mi²

83 Winchester 3,045/mi²

84 Newington 3,018/mi²

85 Cherry Hill 3,006/mi²

86 Ashburn 2,977/mi²

87 Lakeside 2,973/mi²

88 Harrisonburg 2,970/mi²

89 Lexington 2,968/mi²

90 Portsmouth 2,922/mi²

91 Long Branch 2,861/mi²

92 Fort Hunt 2,824/mi²

93 Fredericksburg 2,716/mi²

94 Culpeper 2,710/mi²

95 Montrose 2,678/mi²

96 Newport News 2,678/mi²

97 Hampton 2,669/mi²

98 South Run 2,654/mi²

99 Purcellville 2,647/mi²

100 Bridgewater 2,639/mi²

The most densely populated cities in Virginia pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Seven Corners leads with 13,487 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. Seven Corners has 13,487 people per square mile — that's roughly 21 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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