Least Dense in National Capital Region

Top 38 cities ranked by least dense

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Least Dense — National Capital Region

1 Novaliches Proper 533/mi²

2 Bungad 642/mi²

3 Namayan 1,720/mi²

4 Project 6 1,923/mi²

5 Ayala Alabang 2,228/mi²

6 Talipapa 2,975/mi²

7 Upper Bicutan 3,398/mi²

8 Tanza 3,422/mi²

9 Calumpang 3,891/mi²

10 Pateros 4,035/mi²

11 Bel Air 5,064/mi²

12 Bagong Barrio 5,446/mi²

13 Banco Filipino Homes 5,704/mi²

14 Bagong Silangan 11,518/mi²

15 Malabon 11,856/mi²

16 Commonwealth 23,172/mi²

17 Valenzuela 35,705/mi²

18 Pasay 41,077/mi²

19 Pasig City 45,593/mi²

20 Quezon City 46,520/mi²

21 Bagong Pagasa 47,402/mi²

22 Marikina City 56,718/mi²

23 San Juan 58,397/mi²

24 Paranaque City 60,834/mi²

25 Paco 62,865/mi²

26 Port Area 67,855/mi²

27 Taguig 71,676/mi²

28 Navotas 72,308/mi²

29 Makati City 72,704/mi²

30 Las Piñas 84,903/mi²

31 Mandaluyong 95,291/mi²

32 Quiapo 97,685/mi²

33 Bagong Silang 107,707/mi²

34 Mandaluyong City 129,778/mi²

35 Manila 165,975/mi²

36 Binondo 204,910/mi²

37 Santa Cruz 384,045/mi²

38 Caloocan 2,039,220/mi²

The least densely populated cities in National Capital Region offer spacious living with more land per resident. Novaliches Proper has just 533 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 Novaliches Proper, there are only 533 people per square mile — each resident has roughly 52,272 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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