Melbourne vs São Paulo
Melbourne is about 6.6× larger than São Paulo by administrative area. Melbourne (Australia) covers 9,993 km² (3,858 mi²) with a population of 5.4 million, while São Paulo (Brazil) covers 1,523 km² (588 mi²) with 11.5 million residents.
| Metric | Melbourne | São Paulo |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 9,993 km² | 1,523 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 3,858 mi² | 588 mi² |
| Population | 5,350,705 | 11,451,999 |
| Population density | 535 /km² | 7,519 /km² |
| Area ratio | Melbourne is ~6.6× larger by area than São Paulo. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is Melbourne bigger than São Paulo?
Yes — Melbourne is about 6.6× larger by area: 9,993 km² vs 1,523 km².
How big is Melbourne?
Melbourne, Australia, covers about 9,993 km² (3,858 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is São Paulo?
São Paulo, Brazil, covers about 1,523 km² (588 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Melbourne or São Paulo?
São Paulo has the larger population: 11.5 million vs 5.4 million. Population density is about 535 people/km² in Melbourne and 7,519 people/km² in São Paulo.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-18.
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