Bucharest vs Stockholm
Bucharest is about 1.2× larger than Stockholm by administrative area. Bucharest (Romania) covers 226 km² (87 mi²) with a population of 1.7 million, while Stockholm (Sweden) covers 187 km² (72 mi²) with 984,748 residents.
| Metric | Bucharest | Stockholm |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 226 km² | 187 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 87 mi² | 72 mi² |
| Population | 1,716,961 | 984,748 |
| Population density | 7,597 /km² | 5,262 /km² |
| Area ratio | Bucharest is ~1.2× larger by area than Stockholm. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is Bucharest bigger than Stockholm?
Yes — Bucharest is about 1.2× larger by area: 226 km² vs 187 km².
How big is Bucharest?
Bucharest, Romania, covers about 226 km² (87 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is Stockholm?
Stockholm, Sweden, covers about 187 km² (72 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Bucharest or Stockholm?
Bucharest has the larger population: 1.7 million vs 984,748. Population density is about 7,597 people/km² in Bucharest and 5,262 people/km² in Stockholm.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-18.
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