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Moscow vs Milan

Moscow is about 14× larger than Milan by administrative area. Moscow (Russia) covers 2,562 km² (989 mi²) with a population of 13.3 million, while Milan (Italy) covers 182 km² (70 mi²) with 1.4 million residents.

Metric Moscow Milan
Area 2,562 km² 182 km²
Area (mi²) 989 mi² 70 mi²
Population 13,274,285 1,354,196
Population density 5,181 /km² 7,454 /km²
Area ratioMoscow is ~14× larger by area than Milan.
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Frequently asked questions

Is Moscow bigger than Milan?

Yes — Moscow is about 14× larger by area: 2,562 km² vs 182 km².

How big is Moscow?

Moscow, Russia, covers about 2,562 km² (989 mi²) of administrative area.

How big is Milan?

Milan, Italy, covers about 182 km² (70 mi²) of administrative area.

Which city has more people, Moscow or Milan?

Moscow has the larger population: 13.3 million vs 1.4 million. Population density is about 5,181 people/km² in Moscow and 7,454 people/km² in Milan.

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