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Madrid vs Paris

Madrid is about 5.7× larger than Paris by administrative area. Madrid (Spain) covers 604 km² (233 mi²) with a population of 3.5 million, while Paris (France) covers 105 km² (41 mi²) with 2.1 million residents.

Metric Madrid Paris
Area 604 km² 105 km²
Area (mi²) 233 mi² 41 mi²
Population 3,506,730 2,103,778
Population density 5,801 /km² 19,960 /km²
Area ratioMadrid is ~5.7× larger by area than Paris.

Frequently asked questions

Is Madrid bigger than Paris?

Yes — Madrid is about 5.7× larger by area: 604 km² vs 105 km².

How big is Madrid?

Madrid, Spain, covers about 604 km² (233 mi²) of administrative area.

How big is Paris?

Paris, France, covers about 105 km² (41 mi²) of administrative area.

Which city has more people, Madrid or Paris?

Madrid has the larger population: 3.5 million vs 2.1 million. Population density is about 5,801 people/km² in Madrid and 19,960 people/km² in Paris.

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