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New York vs Kyiv

New York is about 1.4× larger than Kyiv by administrative area. New York (United States) covers 1,224 km² (472 mi²) with a population of 8.8 million, while Kyiv (Ukraine) covers 848 km² (327 mi²) with 3.0 million residents.

Metric New York Kyiv
Area 1,224 km² 848 km²
Area (mi²) 472 mi² 327 mi²
Population 8,804,190 2,952,301
Population density 7,195 /km² 3,481 /km²
Area ratioNew York is ~1.4× larger by area than Kyiv.

Frequently asked questions

Is New York bigger than Kyiv?

Yes — New York is about 1.4× larger by area: 1,224 km² vs 848 km².

How big is New York?

New York, United States, covers about 1,224 km² (472 mi²) of administrative area.

How big is Kyiv?

Kyiv, Ukraine, covers about 848 km² (327 mi²) of administrative area.

Which city has more people, New York or Kyiv?

New York has the larger population: 8.8 million vs 3.0 million. Population density is about 7,195 people/km² in New York and 3,481 people/km² in Kyiv.

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