Bucharest vs Vancouver
Bucharest is about 2.0× larger than Vancouver by administrative area. Bucharest (Romania) covers 226 km² (87 mi²) with a population of 1.7 million, while Vancouver (Canada) covers 115 km² (44 mi²) with 662,248 residents.
| Metric | Bucharest | Vancouver |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 226 km² | 115 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 87 mi² | 44 mi² |
| Population | 1,716,961 | 662,248 |
| Population density | 7,597 /km² | 5,759 /km² |
| Area ratio | Bucharest is ~2.0× larger by area than Vancouver. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is Bucharest bigger than Vancouver?
Yes — Bucharest is about 2.0× larger by area: 226 km² vs 115 km².
How big is Bucharest?
Bucharest, Romania, covers about 226 km² (87 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is Vancouver?
Vancouver, Canada, covers about 115 km² (44 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Bucharest or Vancouver?
Bucharest has the larger population: 1.7 million vs 662,248. Population density is about 7,597 people/km² in Bucharest and 5,759 people/km² in Vancouver.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-18.
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