Moscow vs Houston
Moscow is about 1.5× larger than Houston by administrative area. Moscow (Russia) covers 2,562 km² (989 mi²) with a population of 13.3 million, while Houston (United States) covers 1,725 km² (666 mi²) with 2.3 million residents.
| Metric | Moscow | Houston |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 2,562 km² | 1,725 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 989 mi² | 666 mi² |
| Population | 13,274,285 | 2,304,580 |
| Population density | 5,181 /km² | 1,336 /km² |
| Area ratio | Moscow is ~1.5× larger by area than Houston. | |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Moscow bigger than Houston?
Yes — Moscow is about 1.5× larger by area: 2,562 km² vs 1,725 km².
How big is Moscow?
Moscow, Russia, covers about 2,562 km² (989 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is Houston?
Houston, United States, covers about 1,725 km² (666 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Moscow or Houston?
Moscow has the larger population: 13.3 million vs 2.3 million. Population density is about 5,181 people/km² in Moscow and 1,336 people/km² in Houston.
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