Houston vs Amsterdam
Houston is about 7.9× larger than Amsterdam by administrative area. Houston (United States) covers 1,725 km² (666 mi²) with a population of 2.3 million, while Amsterdam (Netherlands) covers 219 km² (85 mi²) with 921,468 residents.
| Metric | Houston | Amsterdam |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 1,725 km² | 219 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 666 mi² | 85 mi² |
| Population | 2,304,580 | 921,468 |
| Population density | 1,336 /km² | 4,208 /km² |
| Area ratio | Houston is ~7.9× larger by area than Amsterdam. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is Houston bigger than Amsterdam?
Yes — Houston is about 7.9× larger by area: 1,725 km² vs 219 km².
How big is Houston?
Houston, United States, covers about 1,725 km² (666 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is Amsterdam?
Amsterdam, Netherlands, covers about 219 km² (85 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Houston or Amsterdam?
Houston has the larger population: 2.3 million vs 921,468. Population density is about 1,336 people/km² in Houston and 4,208 people/km² in Amsterdam.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-24.
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