Urban Development in Sri Lanka
8 indicators covering urban development for Sri Lanka.
| Indicator | Latest | Year | 10-yr change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population in the largest city | 14.6% | 2025 | down 1.3% | 136th |
| Population density | 356.24 people per sq. km of land area | 2023 | up 8.5% | 32nd |
| PM2.5 air pollution, mean annual exposure | 22.68 micrograms per cubic meter | 2023 | down 13.3% | 68th |
| Population in largest city | 647,557 | 2025 | up 11.4% | 137th |
| Crude steelmaking capacity | 0.2 Tonnes | 2025 | unchanged | 84th |
| Africa's Development Dynamics (AfDD) Table 23 - Ecological | 87.19 Hectares | 2020 | up 24.6% | 65th |
| PM2.5 air pollution, population exposed to levels exceeding WHO | 45.5% | 2017 | down 54.5% | 175th |
| Dollar value of all resources made available to strengthen | 1.29 million | 2023 | up 248.8% | 84th |