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.

Examples of population density in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Perhaps not so surprising was that Dr Branston and collaborators’ discovered that a larger human population density reduced fledging success, and that higher ambient temperatures were negatively related to first egg laying date, clutch size and the number of fledglings produced. —Grrlscientist, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026

As for other top destinations for relaxation, the team named Australia its top pick in the world, thanks to its gorgeous natural landscapes and low population density. —Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 14 Jan. 2026

Factors like population density, consistent consumer demand, access to kosher supervision, supply chains, and real estate all play a role. —Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 6 Jan. 2026

Their first row houses and apartments may lose money, but the resulting population density will increase the value of the city’s downtown office and manufacturing districts. —Chris Elmendorf, Mercury News, 5 Dec. 2025

Rhymes for population density

• immensity
• intensity
• propensity