Least Dense in Munster

Top 30 cities ranked by least dense

Least Dense - Munster

1 Nenagh 10/mi²
2 Roscrea 12/mi²
3 Nenagh Bridge 13/mi²
4 Thurles 18/mi²
5 Newcastle West 18/mi²
6 Passage West 44/mi²
7 Killarney 60/mi²
8 Tralee 69/mi²
9 Shannon 71/mi²
10 Glanmire 115/mi²
11 Ballincollig 210/mi²
12 Ennis 284/mi²
13 Douglas 347/mi²
14 Castletroy 649/mi²
15 Clonakilty 1,281/mi²
16 Youghal 1,839/mi²
17 Bandon 1,855/mi²
18 Mallow 1,926/mi²
19 Fermoy 2,181/mi²
20 Midleton 2,603/mi²
21 Waterford 3,014/mi²
22 Cobh 3,569/mi²
23 Dungarvan 4,464/mi²
24 Cluain Meala 4,536/mi²
25 Carrick-on-Suir 4,654/mi²
26 Trá Mhór 5,407/mi²
27 Limerick 7,809/mi²
28 Carrigaline 8,860/mi²
29 Carrigtwohill 11,297/mi²
30 Cork 15,440/mi²

The least densely populated cities in Munster offer spacious living with more land per resident. Nenagh has just 10 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 Nenagh, there are only 10 people per square mile - each resident has roughly 2,690,965 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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