Beijing vs Barcelona
Beijing is about 162× larger than Barcelona by administrative area. Beijing (China) covers 16,411 km² (6,336 mi²) with a population of 21.9 million, while Barcelona (Spain) covers 101 km² (39 mi²) with 1.7 million residents.
| Metric | Beijing | Barcelona |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 16,411 km² | 101 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 6,336 mi² | 39 mi² |
| Population | 21,893,095 | 1,686,208 |
| Population density | 1,334 /km² | 16,629 /km² |
| Area ratio | Beijing is ~162× larger by area than Barcelona. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is Beijing bigger than Barcelona?
Yes — Beijing is about 162× larger by area: 16,411 km² vs 101 km².
How big is Beijing?
Beijing, China, covers about 16,411 km² (6,336 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is Barcelona?
Barcelona, Spain, covers about 101 km² (39 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Beijing or Barcelona?
Beijing has the larger population: 21.9 million vs 1.7 million. Population density is about 1,334 people/km² in Beijing and 16,629 people/km² in Barcelona.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-20.
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