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Moscow vs Paris

Moscow is about 24× larger than Paris by administrative area. Moscow (Russia) covers 2,562 km² (989 mi²) with a population of 13.3 million, while Paris (France) covers 105 km² (41 mi²) with 2.1 million residents.

Metric Moscow Paris
Area 2,562 km² 105 km²
Area (mi²) 989 mi² 41 mi²
Population 13,274,285 2,103,778
Population density 5,181 /km² 19,960 /km²
Area ratioMoscow is ~24× larger by area than Paris.

Frequently asked questions

Is Moscow bigger than Paris?

Yes — Moscow is about 24× larger by area: 2,562 km² vs 105 km².

How big is Moscow?

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

How big is Paris?

Paris, France, covers about 105 km² (41 mi²) of administrative area.

Which city has more people, Moscow or Paris?

Moscow has the larger population: 13.3 million vs 2.1 million. Population density is about 5,181 people/km² in Moscow and 19,960 people/km² in Paris.

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