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Amsterdam vs Vancouver

Amsterdam is about 1.9× larger than Vancouver by administrative area. Amsterdam (Netherlands) covers 219 km² (85 mi²) with a population of 921,468, while Vancouver (Canada) covers 115 km² (44 mi²) with 662,248 residents.

Metric Amsterdam Vancouver
Area 219 km² 115 km²
Area (mi²) 85 mi² 44 mi²
Population 921,468 662,248
Population density 4,208 /km² 5,759 /km²
Area ratioAmsterdam is ~1.9× larger by area than Vancouver.
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Frequently asked questions

Is Amsterdam bigger than Vancouver?

Yes — Amsterdam is about 1.9× larger by area: 219 km² vs 115 km².

How big is Amsterdam?

Amsterdam, Netherlands, covers about 219 km² (85 mi²) of administrative area.

How big is Vancouver?

Vancouver, Canada, covers about 115 km² (44 mi²) of administrative area.

Which city has more people, Amsterdam or Vancouver?

Amsterdam has the larger population: 921,468 vs 662,248. Population density is about 4,208 people/km² in Amsterdam and 5,759 people/km² in Vancouver.

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