Madrid vs San Francisco
Madrid is about 1.0× larger than San Francisco by administrative area. Madrid (Spain) covers 604 km² (233 mi²) with a population of 3.5 million, while San Francisco (United States) covers 601 km² (232 mi²) with 873,965 residents.
| Metric | Madrid | San Francisco |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 604 km² | 601 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 233 mi² | 232 mi² |
| Population | 3,506,730 | 873,965 |
| Population density | 5,801 /km² | 1,455 /km² |
| Area ratio | Madrid is ~1.0× larger by area than San Francisco. | |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Madrid bigger than San Francisco?
Yes — Madrid is about 1.0× larger by area: 604 km² vs 601 km².
How big is Madrid?
Madrid, Spain, covers about 604 km² (233 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is San Francisco?
San Francisco, United States, covers about 601 km² (232 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Madrid or San Francisco?
Madrid has the larger population: 3.5 million vs 873,965. Population density is about 5,801 people/km² in Madrid and 1,455 people/km² in San Francisco.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-10-08.
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