Berlin vs San Francisco
Berlin is about 1.5× larger than San Francisco by administrative area. Berlin (Germany) covers 891 km² (344 mi²) with a population of 3.8 million, while San Francisco (United States) covers 601 km² (232 mi²) with 873,965 residents.
| Metric | Berlin | San Francisco |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 891 km² | 601 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 344 mi² | 232 mi² |
| Population | 3,782,202 | 873,965 |
| Population density | 4,244 /km² | 1,455 /km² |
| Area ratio | Berlin is ~1.5× larger by area than San Francisco. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is Berlin bigger than San Francisco?
Yes — Berlin is about 1.5× larger by area: 891 km² vs 601 km².
How big is Berlin?
Berlin, Germany, covers about 891 km² (344 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is San Francisco?
San Francisco, United States, covers about 601 km² (232 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Berlin or San Francisco?
Berlin has the larger population: 3.8 million vs 873,965. Population density is about 4,244 people/km² in Berlin and 1,455 people/km² in San Francisco.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-25.
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