Least Dense in Somalia

Top 32 cities ranked by least dense

Least Dense - Somalia

1 Mahaddayweyne 13 6/mi²
2 Waajid 01 6/mi²
3 Jalalaqsi 07 9/mi²
4 Qoryooley 14 25/mi²
5 Xuddur 01 39/mi²
6 Hobyo 10 40/mi²
7 Garbahaarrey 06 40/mi²
8 Buurhakaba 04 87/mi²
9 Luuq 06 106/mi²
10 Ceerigaabo 12 108/mi²
11 Dhabad 05 114/mi²
12 Jamaame 09 133/mi²
13 Baardheere 06 133/mi²
14 Jilib 08 141/mi²
15 Marka 14 163/mi²
16 Gaalkacyo 10 194/mi²
17 Afgooye 14 206/mi²
18 Balanbale 05 215/mi²
19 Beled Hawo 06 230/mi²
20 Cabudwaaq 05 379/mi²
21 Baidoa 04 408/mi²
22 Jawhar 13 4,879/mi²
23 Beledweyne 07 5,977/mi²
24 Garoowe 18 8,245/mi²
25 Kismayo 09 10,275/mi²
26 Gorayacowl 21 12,583/mi²
27 Borama 21 12,583/mi²
28 Burao 19 32,397/mi²
29 Mogadishu 02 60,330/mi²
30 Hargeysa 20 96,360/mi²
31 Berbera 20 136,269/mi²
32 Bosaso 03 230,454/mi²

The least densely populated cities in Somalia offer spacious living with more land per resident. Mahaddayweyne 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 Mahaddayweyne, there are only 6 people per square mile - each resident has roughly 4,934,230 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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