Least Dense in Basel-Landschaft

Top 27 cities ranked by least dense

Least Dense - Basel-Landschaft

1 Laufen 905/mi²
2 Maisprach 1,169/mi²
3 Sissach 1,280/mi²
4 Liestal 1,646/mi²
5 Brislach 1,667/mi²
6 Bretzwil 1,728/mi²
7 Münchenstein 2,574/mi²
8 Muttenz 2,822/mi²
9 Oberwil 2,954/mi²
10 Grellingen 3,594/mi²
11 Pfeffingen 3,594/mi²
12 Aesch 3,594/mi²
13 Therwil 3,775/mi²
14 Pratteln 3,786/mi²
15 Frenkendorf 4,124/mi²
16 Känerkinden 4,370/mi²
17 Buckten 4,370/mi²
18 Schönenbuch 4,645/mi²
19 Allschwil 4,645/mi²
20 Ettingen 4,800/mi²
21 Läufelfingen 4,987/mi²
22 Reinach 6,121/mi²
23 Arlesheim 7,389/mi²
24 Füllinsdorf 7,746/mi²
25 Birsfelden 8,356/mi²
26 Binningen 10,617/mi²
27 Bottmingen 11,866/mi²

The least densely populated cities in Basel-Landschaft offer spacious living with more land per resident. Laufen has just 905 people per square mile. These cities provide room to spread out with larger lot sizes and more open space.

Low-density cities typically feature more single-family homes with larger yards, easier parking, and less traffic congestion. They appeal to families seeking space, privacy, and access to nature without moving to a fully rural area.

While the spread-out nature of these cities means longer drives to amenities and greater reliance on personal vehicles, many residents value the trade-off for quieter neighborhoods and a more relaxed pace of life.

Did You Know?

  • 1. In Laufen, there are only 905 people per square mile - each resident has roughly 30,816 square feet of city space.
  • 2. Low-density cities often have significantly lower housing costs due to more available land for development.
  • 3. Many of the least dense cities are located in the western United States, where vast open spaces define the landscape.

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