Least Dense in North Sumatra

Top 28 cities ranked by least dense

Least Dense - North Sumatra

1 Berastagi 44/mi²
2 Tomok Bolon 63/mi²
3 Kabanjahe 67/mi²
4 Pangkalan Brandan 72/mi²
5 Paropo 228/mi²
6 Teluk Dalam 238/mi²
7 Labuhan Deli 330/mi²
8 Nainggolan 349/mi²
9 Stabat 534/mi²
10 Tarutung 544/mi²
11 Tanjungtiram 628/mi²
12 Gunungsitoli 1,265/mi²
13 Sidikalang 1,687/mi²
14 Perbaungan 1,904/mi²
15 Barus 2,443/mi²
16 Teluk Nibung 4,191/mi²
17 Padangsidempuan 5,095/mi²
18 Kisaran 5,835/mi²
19 Tanjungbalai 7,093/mi²
20 Binjai 7,723/mi²
21 Pematangsiantar 9,004/mi²
22 Percut 10,276/mi²
23 Deli Tua 19,736/mi²
24 Medan 20,607/mi²
25 Sibolga 22,830/mi²
26 Sunggal 91,280/mi²
27 Tebingtinggi 96,336/mi²
28 Belawan 179,597/mi²

The least densely populated cities in North Sumatra offer spacious living with more land per resident. Berastagi has just 44 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 Berastagi, there are only 44 people per square mile - each resident has roughly 630,733 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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