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London vs Los Angeles

London is about 1.2× larger than Los Angeles by administrative area. London (United Kingdom) covers 1,572 km² (607 mi²) with a population of 8.8 million, while Los Angeles (United States) covers 1,302 km² (503 mi²) with 3.9 million residents.

Metric London Los Angeles
Area 1,572 km² 1,302 km²
Area (mi²) 607 mi² 503 mi²
Population 8,799,728 3,898,747
Population density 5,598 /km² 2,994 /km²
Area ratioLondon is ~1.2× larger by area than Los Angeles.

Frequently asked questions

Is London bigger than Los Angeles?

Yes — London is about 1.2× larger by area: 1,572 km² vs 1,302 km².

How big is London?

London, United Kingdom, covers about 1,572 km² (607 mi²) of administrative area.

How big is Los Angeles?

Los Angeles, United States, covers about 1,302 km² (503 mi²) of administrative area.

Which city has more people, London or Los Angeles?

London has the larger population: 8.8 million vs 3.9 million. Population density is about 5,598 people/km² in London and 2,994 people/km² in Los Angeles.

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