Houston vs São Paulo
Houston is about 1.1× larger than São Paulo by administrative area. Houston (United States) covers 1,725 km² (666 mi²) with a population of 2.3 million, while São Paulo (Brazil) covers 1,523 km² (588 mi²) with 11.5 million residents.
| Metric | Houston | São Paulo |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 1,725 km² | 1,523 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 666 mi² | 588 mi² |
| Population | 2,304,580 | 11,451,999 |
| Population density | 1,336 /km² | 7,519 /km² |
| Area ratio | Houston is ~1.1× larger by area than São Paulo. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is Houston bigger than São Paulo?
Yes — Houston is about 1.1× larger by area: 1,725 km² vs 1,523 km².
How big is Houston?
Houston, United States, covers about 1,725 km² (666 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is São Paulo?
São Paulo, Brazil, covers about 1,523 km² (588 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Houston or São Paulo?
São Paulo has the larger population: 11.5 million vs 2.3 million. Population density is about 1,336 people/km² in Houston and 7,519 people/km² in São Paulo.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-19.
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