Houston vs Milan
Houston is about 9.5× larger than Milan by administrative area. Houston (United States) covers 1,725 km² (666 mi²) with a population of 2.3 million, while Milan (Italy) covers 182 km² (70 mi²) with 1.4 million residents.
| Metric | Houston | Milan |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 1,725 km² | 182 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 666 mi² | 70 mi² |
| Population | 2,304,580 | 1,354,196 |
| Population density | 1,336 /km² | 7,454 /km² |
| Area ratio | Houston is ~9.5× larger by area than Milan. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is Houston bigger than Milan?
Yes — Houston is about 9.5× larger by area: 1,725 km² vs 182 km².
How big is Houston?
Houston, United States, covers about 1,725 km² (666 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is Milan?
Milan, Italy, covers about 182 km² (70 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Houston or Milan?
Houston has the larger population: 2.3 million vs 1.4 million. Population density is about 1,336 people/km² in Houston and 7,454 people/km² in Milan.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-19.
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