Milan vs Athens
Milan is about 4.7× larger than Athens by administrative area. Milan (Italy) covers 182 km² (70 mi²) with a population of 1.4 million, while Athens (Greece) covers 39 km² (15 mi²) with 643,452 residents.
| Metric | Milan | Athens |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 182 km² | 39 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 70 mi² | 15 mi² |
| Population | 1,354,196 | 643,452 |
| Population density | 7,454 /km² | 16,499 /km² |
| Area ratio | Milan is ~4.7× larger by area than Athens. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is Milan bigger than Athens?
Yes — Milan is about 4.7× larger by area: 182 km² vs 39 km².
How big is Milan?
Milan, Italy, covers about 182 km² (70 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is Athens?
Athens, Greece, covers about 39 km² (15 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Milan or Athens?
Milan has the larger population: 1.4 million vs 643,452. Population density is about 7,454 people/km² in Milan and 16,499 people/km² in Athens.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-18.
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