Bogota vs San Francisco
Bogota is about 2.6× larger than San Francisco by administrative area. Bogota (Colombia) covers 1,578 km² (609 mi²) with a population of 8.0 million, while San Francisco (United States) covers 601 km² (232 mi²) with 873,965 residents.
| Metric | Bogota | San Francisco |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 1,578 km² | 601 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 609 mi² | 232 mi² |
| Population | 8,034,649 | 873,965 |
| Population density | 5,092 /km² | 1,455 /km² |
| Area ratio | Bogota is ~2.6× larger by area than San Francisco. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is Bogota bigger than San Francisco?
Yes — Bogota is about 2.6× larger by area: 1,578 km² vs 601 km².
How big is Bogota?
Bogota, Colombia, covers about 1,578 km² (609 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, Bogota or San Francisco?
Bogota has the larger population: 8.0 million vs 873,965. Population density is about 5,092 people/km² in Bogota and 1,455 people/km² in San Francisco.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-18.
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