Beijing vs New York
Beijing is about 13× larger than New York by administrative area. Beijing (China) covers 16,411 km² (6,336 mi²) with a population of 21.9 million, while New York (United States) covers 1,224 km² (472 mi²) with 8.8 million residents.
| Metric | Beijing | New York |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 16,411 km² | 1,224 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 6,336 mi² | 472 mi² |
| Population | 21,893,095 | 8,804,190 |
| Population density | 1,334 /km² | 7,195 /km² |
| Area ratio | Beijing is ~13× larger by area than New York. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is Beijing bigger than New York?
Yes — Beijing is about 13× larger by area: 16,411 km² vs 1,224 km².
How big is Beijing?
Beijing, China, covers about 16,411 km² (6,336 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, Beijing or New York?
Beijing has the larger population: 21.9 million vs 8.8 million. Population density is about 1,334 people/km² in Beijing and 7,195 people/km² in New York.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-26.
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