New York vs Washington
Washington is about 151× larger than New York by administrative area. New York (United States) covers 1,224 km² (472 mi²) with a population of 8.8 million, while Washington (United States) covers 184,827 km² (71,362 mi²) with 2.0 million residents.
| Metric | New York | Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 1,224 km² | 184,827 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 472 mi² | 71,362 mi² |
| Population | 8,804,190 | 2,028,499 |
| Population density | 7,195 /km² | 11 /km² |
| Area ratio | Washington is ~151× larger by area than New York. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is New York bigger than Washington?
No — Washington is about 151× larger by area: 184,827 km² vs 1,224 km².
How big is New York?
New York, United States, covers about 1,224 km² (472 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is Washington?
Washington, United States, covers about 184,827 km² (71,362 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, New York or Washington?
New York has the larger population: 8.8 million vs 2.0 million. Population density is about 7,195 people/km² in New York and 11 people/km² in Washington.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-09.
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