Beijing vs Melbourne
Beijing is about 1.6× larger than Melbourne by administrative area. Beijing (China) covers 16,411 km² (6,336 mi²) with a population of 21.9 million, while Melbourne (Australia) covers 9,993 km² (3,858 mi²) with 5.4 million residents.
| Metric | Beijing | Melbourne |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 16,411 km² | 9,993 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 6,336 mi² | 3,858 mi² |
| Population | 21,893,095 | 5,350,705 |
| Population density | 1,334 /km² | 535 /km² |
| Area ratio | Beijing is ~1.6× larger by area than Melbourne. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is Beijing bigger than Melbourne?
Yes — Beijing is about 1.6× larger by area: 16,411 km² vs 9,993 km².
How big is Beijing?
Beijing, China, covers about 16,411 km² (6,336 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is Melbourne?
Melbourne, Australia, covers about 9,993 km² (3,858 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Beijing or Melbourne?
Beijing has the larger population: 21.9 million vs 5.4 million. Population density is about 1,334 people/km² in Beijing and 535 people/km² in Melbourne.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-20.
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