Melbourne vs Barcelona
Melbourne is about 99× larger than Barcelona by administrative area. Melbourne (Australia) covers 9,993 km² (3,858 mi²) with a population of 5.4 million, while Barcelona (Spain) covers 101 km² (39 mi²) with 1.7 million residents.
| Metric | Melbourne | Barcelona |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 9,993 km² | 101 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 3,858 mi² | 39 mi² |
| Population | 5,350,705 | 1,686,208 |
| Population density | 535 /km² | 16,629 /km² |
| Area ratio | Melbourne is ~99× larger by area than Barcelona. | |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Melbourne bigger than Barcelona?
Yes — Melbourne is about 99× larger by area: 9,993 km² vs 101 km².
How big is Melbourne?
Melbourne, Australia, covers about 9,993 km² (3,858 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is Barcelona?
Barcelona, Spain, covers about 101 km² (39 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Melbourne or Barcelona?
Melbourne has the larger population: 5.4 million vs 1.7 million. Population density is about 535 people/km² in Melbourne and 16,629 people/km² in Barcelona.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-10-18.
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