Houston vs New York
Houston is about 1.4× larger than New York by administrative area. Houston (United States) covers 1,725 km² (666 mi²) with a population of 2.3 million, while New York (United States) covers 1,224 km² (472 mi²) with 8.8 million residents.
| Metric | Houston | New York |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 1,725 km² | 1,224 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 666 mi² | 472 mi² |
| Population | 2,304,580 | 8,804,190 |
| Population density | 1,336 /km² | 7,195 /km² |
| Area ratio | Houston is ~1.4× larger by area than New York. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is Houston bigger than New York?
Yes — Houston is about 1.4× larger by area: 1,725 km² vs 1,224 km².
How big is Houston?
Houston, United States, covers about 1,725 km² (666 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is New York?
New York, United States, covers about 1,224 km² (472 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Houston or New York?
New York has the larger population: 8.8 million vs 2.3 million. Population density is about 1,336 people/km² in Houston and 7,195 people/km² in New York.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-28.
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