Houston vs Bogota
Houston is about 1.1× larger than Bogota by administrative area. Houston (United States) covers 1,725 km² (666 mi²) with a population of 2.3 million, while Bogota (Colombia) covers 1,578 km² (609 mi²) with 8.0 million residents.
| Metric | Houston | Bogota |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 1,725 km² | 1,578 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 666 mi² | 609 mi² |
| Population | 2,304,580 | 8,034,649 |
| Population density | 1,336 /km² | 5,092 /km² |
| Area ratio | Houston is ~1.1× larger by area than Bogota. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is Houston bigger than Bogota?
Yes — Houston is about 1.1× larger by area: 1,725 km² vs 1,578 km².
How big is Houston?
Houston, United States, covers about 1,725 km² (666 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is Bogota?
Bogota, Colombia, covers about 1,578 km² (609 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Houston or Bogota?
Bogota has the larger population: 8.0 million vs 2.3 million. Population density is about 1,336 people/km² in Houston and 5,092 people/km² in Bogota.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-19.
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