This is an incomplete list of the highest settlements in the world.
Only settlements that are permanently occupied all year long with a significant population and lying at least partially above an elevation of 3,500 metres (12,140 feet) are included.
This section lists all the settlements with a significant year-round population above 4,500 metres (14,800 ft).
This section lists selected settlements with a significant year-round population between 3,500 metres (11,500 ft) and 4,500 metres (14,800 ft).