New York vs San Francisco
New York is about 2.0× larger than San Francisco by administrative area. New York (United States) covers 1,224 km² (472 mi²) with a population of 8.8 million, while San Francisco (United States) covers 601 km² (232 mi²) with 873,965 residents.
| Metric | New York | San Francisco |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 1,224 km² | 601 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 472 mi² | 232 mi² |
| Population | 8,804,190 | 873,965 |
| Population density | 7,195 /km² | 1,455 /km² |
| Area ratio | New York is ~2.0× larger by area than San Francisco. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is New York bigger than San Francisco?
Yes — New York is about 2.0× larger by area: 1,224 km² vs 601 km².
How big is New York?
New York, United States, covers about 1,224 km² (472 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, New York or San Francisco?
New York has the larger population: 8.8 million vs 873,965. Population density is about 7,195 people/km² in New York and 1,455 people/km² in San Francisco.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-26.
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