Urban Development in Laos
8 indicators covering urban development for Laos.
| Indicator | Latest | Year | 10-yr change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population in the largest city | 23.8% | 2025 | down 16.4% | 101st |
| Population density | 33.21 people per sq. km of land area | 2023 | up 15.9% | 167th |
| PM2.5 air pollution, mean annual exposure | 25.98 micrograms per cubic meter | 2023 | down 8.9% | 61st |
| Population in largest city | 755,941 | 2025 | up 17.7% | 132nd |
| Crude steelmaking capacity | 0.15 Tonnes | 2025 | unchanged | 88th |
| Africa's Development Dynamics (AfDD) Table 23 - Ecological | 11.76 Hectares | 2020 | up 58.5% | 133rd |
| PM2.5 air pollution, population exposed to levels exceeding WHO | 100.0% | 2017 | unchanged | 1st |
| Dollar value of all resources made available to strengthen | 13.24 million | 2023 | up 2,870.6% | 19th |