population density
noun
: the number of people living in each unit of area (such as a square mile)
This part of the country has a high population density.
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Fortunately, the population density near Hayli Gubbi is very low.
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Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 25 Nov. 2025
But in New Zealand, thanks to its low population density, the skies have remained surprisingly dark, and over 96 percent of its landmass still has views of the Milky Way at night.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 7 Nov. 2025
Looking further back in history, the number of people living can be roughly estimated based on the size of cities and population density.
—Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 2 Oct. 2025
If opting to donate to a non-profit group, the amount goes down to €250,000, or as low as €200,000 if the organization benefits an area with a low-population density.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 22 Sep. 2025
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Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 25 Nov. 2025
But in New Zealand, thanks to its low population density, the skies have remained surprisingly dark, and over 96 percent of its landmass still has views of the Milky Way at night.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 7 Nov. 2025
Looking further back in history, the number of people living can be roughly estimated based on the size of cities and population density.
—Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 2 Oct. 2025
If opting to donate to a non-profit group, the amount goes down to €250,000, or as low as €200,000 if the organization benefits an area with a low-population density.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 22 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for population density
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“Population density.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/population%20density. Accessed 4 Dec. 2025.
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