Existing Conditions
ISSUES Geographic Disparity Geographic disparities in wealth and poverty are evident in Ciudad del Este -- particularly between the areas just southwest of the Microcentro and the western and northern parts of the city.
Population Density
Population Density Population density is highest in the southeastern and northeastern sections of the city. The dense northeastern neighborhood called San Blas, along the Acaray River has a high concentration of informal settlements that are often in areas vulnerable to flooding. On the other hand, the lowest population density is located in the area immediately southwest of the Microcentro, originally planned by Itaipu for higher income workers. Houses are larger and more spread out, despite their proximity to the core.
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As you move towards the west, the population density decreases with many informal settlements spread out north to south off of Ruta 2. Population density also decreases in the area immediately southwest of the Microcentro, which was originally planned by Itaipu for higher income workers. Houses in this area are larger and more spread out, despite their proximity to the urban core.
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