Chicago vs Athens
Chicago is about 16× larger than Athens by administrative area. Chicago (United States) covers 606 km² (234 mi²) with a population of 2.7 million, while Athens (Greece) covers 39 km² (15 mi²) with 643,452 residents.
| Metric | Chicago | Athens |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 606 km² | 39 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 234 mi² | 15 mi² |
| Population | 2,746,388 | 643,452 |
| Population density | 4,529 /km² | 16,499 /km² |
| Area ratio | Chicago is ~16× larger by area than Athens. | |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Chicago bigger than Athens?
Yes — Chicago is about 16× larger by area: 606 km² vs 39 km².
How big is Chicago?
Chicago, United States, covers about 606 km² (234 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is Athens?
Athens, Greece, covers about 39 km² (15 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Chicago or Athens?
Chicago has the larger population: 2.7 million vs 643,452. Population density is about 4,529 people/km² in Chicago and 16,499 people/km² in Athens.
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