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Moscow vs Rome

Moscow is about 2.0× larger than Rome by administrative area. Moscow (Russia) covers 2,562 km² (989 mi²) with a population of 13.3 million, while Rome (Italy) covers 1,287 km² (497 mi²) with 2.7 million residents.

Metric Moscow Rome
Area 2,562 km² 1,287 km²
Area (mi²) 989 mi² 497 mi²
Population 13,274,285 2,748,109
Population density 5,181 /km² 2,135 /km²
Area ratioMoscow is ~2.0× larger by area than Rome.
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Frequently asked questions

Is Moscow bigger than Rome?

Yes — Moscow is about 2.0× larger by area: 2,562 km² vs 1,287 km².

How big is Moscow?

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

How big is Rome?

Rome, Italy, covers about 1,287 km² (497 mi²) of administrative area.

Which city has more people, Moscow or Rome?

Moscow has the larger population: 13.3 million vs 2.7 million. Population density is about 5,181 people/km² in Moscow and 2,135 people/km² in Rome.

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