Least Dense in Shiga

Top 21 cities ranked by least dense

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Least Dense — Shiga

1 Kitahama 99/mi²

2 Taga 114/mi²

3 Minakuchichō-matoba 133/mi²

4 Takashima 176/mi²

5 Kōka 305/mi²

6 Maibara 396/mi²

7 Nagahama 432/mi²

8 Hino 466/mi²

9 Youkaichi 504/mi²

10 Ryūō 657/mi²

11 Echigawa 916/mi²

12 Kōra 940/mi²

13 Yasu 999/mi²

14 Hikone 1,495/mi²

15 Toyosato 1,527/mi²

16 Konan 1,836/mi²

17 Ōtsu 1,926/mi²

18 Rittō 2,415/mi²

19 Ōmihachiman 2,767/mi²

20 Moriyama 3,972/mi²

21 Kusatsu 5,495/mi²

The least densely populated cities in Shiga offer spacious living with more land per resident. Kitahama has just 99 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 Kitahama, there are only 99 people per square mile — each resident has roughly 281,004 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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