Urban Development in Democratic Republic of Congo
10 indicators covering urban development for Democratic Republic of Congo.
| Indicator | Latest | Year | 10-yr change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population in the largest city | 34.9% | 2025 | up 0.9% | 57th |
| Population density | 46.66 people per sq. km of land area | 2023 | up 39.6% | 156th |
| PM2.5 air pollution, mean annual exposure | 35.81 micrograms per cubic meter | 2023 | down 13.5% | 31st |
| Population in urban agglomerations of more than 1 million | 27.36 million | 2025 | up 53.4% | 14th |
| Population in urban agglomerations of more than 1 million, per capita | 0.2425 units per person | 2025 | up 10.2% | 54th |
| Population in urban agglomerations of more than 1 million, annual | 4.38 % change on previous year | 2025 | up 0.9% | 10th |
| Population in urban agglomerations of more than 1 million, per unit | 0.0003 units per US$ of GDP | 2025 | down 32.3% | 2nd |
| Population in urban agglomerations of more than 1 million, per square | 11.07 units per square kilometre | 2023 | up 53.3% | 78th |
| Population in largest city | 17.78 million | 2025 | up 53.3% | 10th |
| PM2.5 air pollution, population exposed to levels exceeding WHO | 100.0% | 2017 | unchanged | 1st |