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Ranking · Data 2023 · Source: BFS
The most densely populated municipalities in canton Glarus (2023)
Glarus Nord is the most densely populated municipality in canton Glarus: 130 residents per km² (2023). It is followed by Glarus (123/km²) and Glarus Süd (22/km²). Sources: BFS population, swisstopo boundaries.
Ranking
BFS + swisstopo · 2023| Rank | Municipality | Density | Residents |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Glarus Nord | 130 | 19'639 |
| 2 | Glarus | 123 | 12'758 |
| 3 | Glarus Süd | 22 | 9'659 |
How we measure this
BFS + swisstopoPermanent residents (BFS STATPOP 2023) divided by the official municipal area from swissBOUNDARIES3D (swisstopo). Lakes and unproductive areas are included in the official area figure.
Frequently asked questions
- Which municipality in canton Glarus is the most densely populated?
- Glarus Nord is the most densely populated municipality in canton Glarus with 130 residents per km² (2023).
- How is population density calculated?
- Permanent residents (BFS STATPOP) divided by the official municipal area in km² from swisstopo swissBOUNDARIES3D, including lakes and unproductive land.