Beijing vs São Paulo
Beijing is about 11× larger than São Paulo by administrative area. Beijing (China) covers 16,411 km² (6,336 mi²) with a population of 21.9 million, while São Paulo (Brazil) covers 1,523 km² (588 mi²) with 11.5 million residents.
| Metric | Beijing | São Paulo |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 16,411 km² | 1,523 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 6,336 mi² | 588 mi² |
| Population | 21,893,095 | 11,451,999 |
| Population density | 1,334 /km² | 7,519 /km² |
| Area ratio | Beijing is ~11× larger by area than São Paulo. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is Beijing bigger than São Paulo?
Yes — Beijing is about 11× larger by area: 16,411 km² vs 1,523 km².
How big is Beijing?
Beijing, China, covers about 16,411 km² (6,336 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is São Paulo?
São Paulo, Brazil, covers about 1,523 km² (588 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Beijing or São Paulo?
Beijing has the larger population: 21.9 million vs 11.5 million. Population density is about 1,334 people/km² in Beijing and 7,519 people/km² in São Paulo.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-20.
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