Beijing vs Sydney
Beijing is about 1.4× larger than Sydney by administrative area. Beijing (China) covers 16,411 km² (6,336 mi²) with a population of 21.9 million, while Sydney (Australia) covers 12,145 km² (4,689 mi²) with 5.5 million residents.
| Metric | Beijing | Sydney |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 16,411 km² | 12,145 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 6,336 mi² | 4,689 mi² |
| Population | 21,893,095 | 5,450,496 |
| Population density | 1,334 /km² | 449 /km² |
| Area ratio | Beijing is ~1.4× larger by area than Sydney. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is Beijing bigger than Sydney?
Yes — Beijing is about 1.4× larger by area: 16,411 km² vs 12,145 km².
How big is Beijing?
Beijing, China, covers about 16,411 km² (6,336 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is Sydney?
Sydney, Australia, covers about 12,145 km² (4,689 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Beijing or Sydney?
Beijing has the larger population: 21.9 million vs 5.5 million. Population density is about 1,334 people/km² in Beijing and 449 people/km² in Sydney.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-25.
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