Moscow vs San Francisco
Moscow is about 4.3× larger than San Francisco by administrative area. Moscow (Russia) covers 2,562 km² (989 mi²) with a population of 13.3 million, while San Francisco (United States) covers 601 km² (232 mi²) with 873,965 residents.
| Metric | Moscow | San Francisco |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 2,562 km² | 601 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 989 mi² | 232 mi² |
| Population | 13,274,285 | 873,965 |
| Population density | 5,181 /km² | 1,455 /km² |
| Area ratio | Moscow is ~4.3× larger by area than San Francisco. | |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Moscow bigger than San Francisco?
Yes — Moscow is about 4.3× larger by area: 2,562 km² vs 601 km².
How big is Moscow?
Moscow, Russia, covers about 2,562 km² (989 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is San Francisco?
San Francisco, United States, covers about 601 km² (232 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Moscow or San Francisco?
Moscow has the larger population: 13.3 million vs 873,965. Population density is about 5,181 people/km² in Moscow and 1,455 people/km² in San Francisco.
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