Beijing vs Milan
Beijing is about 90× larger than Milan by administrative area. Beijing (China) covers 16,411 km² (6,336 mi²) with a population of 21.9 million, while Milan (Italy) covers 182 km² (70 mi²) with 1.4 million residents.
| Metric | Beijing | Milan |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 16,411 km² | 182 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 6,336 mi² | 70 mi² |
| Population | 21,893,095 | 1,354,196 |
| Population density | 1,334 /km² | 7,454 /km² |
| Area ratio | Beijing is ~90× larger by area than Milan. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is Beijing bigger than Milan?
Yes — Beijing is about 90× larger by area: 16,411 km² vs 182 km².
How big is Beijing?
Beijing, China, covers about 16,411 km² (6,336 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is Milan?
Milan, Italy, covers about 182 km² (70 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Beijing or Milan?
Beijing has the larger population: 21.9 million vs 1.4 million. Population density is about 1,334 people/km² in Beijing and 7,454 people/km² in Milan.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-25.
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