Berlin City vs New York
New York is about 1.4× larger than Berlin City by administrative area. Berlin City (Germany) covers 891 km² (344 mi²) with a population of 3.6 million, while New York (United States) covers 1,224 km² (472 mi²) with 8.8 million residents.
| Metric | Berlin City | New York |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 891 km² | 1,224 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 344 mi² | 472 mi² |
| Population | 3,596,999 | 8,804,190 |
| Population density | 4,036 /km² | 7,195 /km² |
| Area ratio | New York is ~1.4× larger by area than Berlin City. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is Berlin City bigger than New York?
No — New York is about 1.4× larger by area: 1,224 km² vs 891 km².
How big is Berlin City?
Berlin City, Germany, covers about 891 km² (344 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, Berlin City or New York?
New York has the larger population: 8.8 million vs 3.6 million. Population density is about 4,036 people/km² in Berlin City and 7,195 people/km² in New York.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-09.
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