5 Least Urbanized Countries in Europe

4. Slovak Republic

Urban Population (% of Population): 54%

Despite being a member of the European Union and the eurozone, Slovakia’s urban population remains modest. With a population of approximately 5.4 million people, only around 54% of the population resides in urban areas. This indicates that a major portion of Slovakia’s population still lives in rural regions.

This lower level of urbanization can be linked to Slovakia’s economy which was traditionally based on agriculture and manufacturing and may have contributed to the persistence of rural communities. Additionally, cultural attachment to rural lifestyles and the presence of smaller towns and villages with historical significance might also have been a key contributor.