Mexico City vs San Francisco
Mexico City is about 2.5× larger than San Francisco by administrative area. Mexico City (Mexico) covers 1,485 km² (573 mi²) with a population of 9.2 million, while San Francisco (United States) covers 601 km² (232 mi²) with 873,965 residents.
| Metric | Mexico City | San Francisco |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 1,485 km² | 601 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 573 mi² | 232 mi² |
| Population | 9,209,944 | 873,965 |
| Population density | 6,202 /km² | 1,455 /km² |
| Area ratio | Mexico City is ~2.5× larger by area than San Francisco. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is Mexico City bigger than San Francisco?
Yes — Mexico City is about 2.5× larger by area: 1,485 km² vs 601 km².
How big is Mexico City?
Mexico City, Mexico, covers about 1,485 km² (573 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, Mexico City or San Francisco?
Mexico City has the larger population: 9.2 million vs 873,965. Population density is about 6,202 people/km² in Mexico City and 1,455 people/km² in San Francisco.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-24.
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