Milan vs Barcelona
Milan is about 1.8× larger than Barcelona by administrative area. Milan (Italy) covers 182 km² (70 mi²) with a population of 1.4 million, while Barcelona (Spain) covers 101 km² (39 mi²) with 1.7 million residents.
| Metric | Milan | Barcelona |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 182 km² | 101 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 70 mi² | 39 mi² |
| Population | 1,354,196 | 1,686,208 |
| Population density | 7,454 /km² | 16,629 /km² |
| Area ratio | Milan is ~1.8× larger by area than Barcelona. | |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Milan bigger than Barcelona?
Yes — Milan is about 1.8× larger by area: 182 km² vs 101 km².
How big is Milan?
Milan, Italy, covers about 182 km² (70 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is Barcelona?
Barcelona, Spain, covers about 101 km² (39 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Milan or Barcelona?
Barcelona has the larger population: 1.7 million vs 1.4 million. Population density is about 7,454 people/km² in Milan and 16,629 people/km² in Barcelona.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-10-18.
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