Least Dense in Namibia

Top 42 cities ranked by least dense

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Least Dense — Namibia

1 Helao Nafidi 33 6/mi²

2 Omaruru 29 85/mi²

3 Keetmanshoop 31 114/mi²

4 Rehoboth 30 139/mi²

5 Walvis Bay 29 170/mi²

6 Gobabis 35 170/mi²

7 Katutura 21 245/mi²

8 Rundu 40 248/mi²

9 Okahandja 39 309/mi²

10 Ondangwa East 38 487/mi²

11 Henties Bay 29 526/mi²

12 Eenhana 33 1,128/mi²

13 Warmbad 31 1,447/mi²

14 Otavi 39 1,796/mi²

15 Ongwediva 37 1,850/mi²

16 Karibib 29 1,890/mi²

17 Swakopmund 29 1,961/mi²

18 Otjimbingwe 29 2,103/mi²

19 Aussenkehr 31 2,196/mi²

20 Ondangwa 37 2,296/mi²

21 Outjo 32 2,306/mi²

22 Lüderitz 31 2,561/mi²

23 Opuwo 32 2,571/mi²

24 Katima Mulilo 28 2,606/mi²

25 Rosh Pinah 31 2,680/mi²

26 Outapi 36 2,826/mi²

27 Mariental 30 2,833/mi²

28 Karasburg 31 2,869/mi²

29 Tsumeb 38 3,287/mi²

30 Otjiwarongo 39 3,348/mi²

31 Oshakati 37 3,384/mi²

32 Oranjemund 31 3,482/mi²

33 Grootfontein 39 4,003/mi²

34 Usakos 29 4,083/mi²

35 Okakarara 39 4,360/mi²

36 Windhoek 21 4,452/mi²

37 Osire 39 4,641/mi²

38 Okahao 36 4,965/mi²

39 Bethanie 31 6,025/mi²

40 Arandis 29 6,316/mi²

41 Khorixas 32 7,030/mi²

42 Ndiyona 40 17,339/mi²

The least densely populated cities in Namibia offer spacious living with more land per resident. Helao Nafidi has just 6 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 Helao Nafidi, there are only 6 people per square mile — each resident has roughly 4,798,348 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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