Least Dense in National Capital Region

Top 39 cities ranked by least dense

Least Dense - National Capital Region

1 Novaliches Proper 533/mi²
2 Bungad 642/mi²
3 Banco Filipino Homes 1,545/mi²
4 Bagong Barrio 1,614/mi²
5 Ayala Alabang 2,229/mi²
6 Talipapa 2,975/mi²
7 Pasay 3,338/mi²
8 Upper Bicutan 3,398/mi²
9 Tanza 3,422/mi²
10 Calumpang 3,891/mi²
11 Pateros 4,035/mi²
12 Bel Air 5,064/mi²
14 Bagong Silangan 11,518/mi²
15 Malabon 11,856/mi²
16 Commonwealth 23,172/mi²
17 Valenzuela 35,705/mi²
18 Makati City 44,127/mi²
19 Pasig City 45,593/mi²
20 Quezon City 46,520/mi²
21 Bagong Pagasa 47,402/mi²
22 Port Area 53,650/mi²
23 Marikina City 56,718/mi²
24 San Juan 58,397/mi²
25 Paranaque City 60,834/mi²
26 Taguig 71,676/mi²
27 Navotas 73,298/mi²
28 Las Piñas 84,903/mi²
29 Quiapo 97,685/mi²
30 Santa Cruz 97,685/mi²
31 Mandaluyong 104,462/mi²
32 Bagong Silang 107,707/mi²
33 Niugan 113,023/mi²
34 Mandaluyong City 129,778/mi²
35 Manila 197,364/mi²
36 Binondo 239,350/mi²
37 Project 6 470,881/mi²
38 Caloocan 2,039,220/mi²
39 Paco 11,025,001/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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