Barcelona vs New York
New York is about 12× larger than Barcelona by administrative area. Barcelona (Spain) covers 101 km² (39 mi²) with a population of 1.7 million, while New York (United States) covers 1,224 km² (472 mi²) with 8.8 million residents.
| Metric | Barcelona | New York |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 101 km² | 1,224 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 39 mi² | 472 mi² |
| Population | 1,686,208 | 8,804,190 |
| Population density | 16,629 /km² | 7,195 /km² |
| Area ratio | New York is ~12× larger by area than Barcelona. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is Barcelona bigger than New York?
No — New York is about 12× larger by area: 1,224 km² vs 101 km².
How big is Barcelona?
Barcelona, Spain, covers about 101 km² (39 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is New York?
New York, United States, covers about 1,224 km² (472 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Barcelona or New York?
New York has the larger population: 8.8 million vs 1.7 million. Population density is about 16,629 people/km² in Barcelona and 7,195 people/km² in New York.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-09.
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