Melbourne vs San Francisco
Melbourne is about 17× larger than San Francisco by administrative area. Melbourne (Australia) covers 9,993 km² (3,858 mi²) with a population of 5.4 million, while San Francisco (United States) covers 601 km² (232 mi²) with 873,965 residents.
| Metric | Melbourne | San Francisco |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 9,993 km² | 601 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 3,858 mi² | 232 mi² |
| Population | 5,350,705 | 873,965 |
| Population density | 535 /km² | 1,455 /km² |
| Area ratio | Melbourne is ~17× larger by area than San Francisco. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is Melbourne bigger than San Francisco?
Yes — Melbourne is about 17× larger by area: 9,993 km² vs 601 km².
How big is Melbourne?
Melbourne, Australia, covers about 9,993 km² (3,858 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, Melbourne or San Francisco?
Melbourne has the larger population: 5.4 million vs 873,965. Population density is about 535 people/km² in Melbourne and 1,455 people/km² in San Francisco.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-14.
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