Melbourne vs Shanghai
Melbourne is about 1.6× larger than Shanghai by administrative area. Melbourne (Australia) covers 9,993 km² (3,858 mi²) with a population of 5.4 million, while Shanghai (China) covers 6,341 km² (2,448 mi²) with 24.9 million residents.
| Metric | Melbourne | Shanghai |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 9,993 km² | 6,341 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 3,858 mi² | 2,448 mi² |
| Population | 5,350,705 | 24,870,895 |
| Population density | 535 /km² | 3,922 /km² |
| Area ratio | Melbourne is ~1.6× larger by area than Shanghai. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is Melbourne bigger than Shanghai?
Yes — Melbourne is about 1.6× larger by area: 9,993 km² vs 6,341 km².
How big is Melbourne?
Melbourne, Australia, covers about 9,993 km² (3,858 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is Shanghai?
Shanghai, China, covers about 6,341 km² (2,448 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Melbourne or Shanghai?
Shanghai has the larger population: 24.9 million vs 5.4 million. Population density is about 535 people/km² in Melbourne and 3,922 people/km² in Shanghai.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-18.
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