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00925njm 22002777a 4500 dc Obaco Álvarez, Moisés Lenyn author Royuela Mora, Vicente author Matano, Alessia author 2022-05-23T11:38:21Z 2024-09-22T05:10:07Z 2021-12-01 2022-05-23T11:38:22Z The association between city size and productivity has been widely investigated in the academic literature. On the contrary, less is known about the link between city size and material living conditions. Recently, a strong emphasis has been put on the process of urbanization without growth and on the burst of large cities. The creation of slums and large areas with underdeveloped housing characteristics has become a major concern for urban planners. This is especially the case for developing economies. This work analyses the association between city size and material living conditions in Ecuador, a small developing country experiencing rapid urbanization and where slums constitute a relevant part of the urban landscape. Our findings show that living in denser areas is associated with lower levels of deprivation and overcrowding. Nonetheless, we also show evidence of congestion in larger cities. Desenvolupament urbà Àrees metropolitanes Barris pobres Condicions socials Equador Urban development Metropolitan areas Inner cities Social conditions Ecuador On the link between material deprivation and city size: Ecuador as a case study