Beijing vs Amsterdam
Beijing is about 75× larger than Amsterdam by administrative area. Beijing (China) covers 16,411 km² (6,336 mi²) with a population of 21.9 million, while Amsterdam (Netherlands) covers 219 km² (85 mi²) with 921,468 residents.
| Metric | Beijing | Amsterdam |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 16,411 km² | 219 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 6,336 mi² | 85 mi² |
| Population | 21,893,095 | 921,468 |
| Population density | 1,334 /km² | 4,208 /km² |
| Area ratio | Beijing is ~75× larger by area than Amsterdam. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is Beijing bigger than Amsterdam?
Yes — Beijing is about 75× larger by area: 16,411 km² vs 219 km².
How big is Beijing?
Beijing, China, covers about 16,411 km² (6,336 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is Amsterdam?
Amsterdam, Netherlands, covers about 219 km² (85 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Beijing or Amsterdam?
Beijing has the larger population: 21.9 million vs 921,468. Population density is about 1,334 people/km² in Beijing and 4,208 people/km² in Amsterdam.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-24.
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