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Rome vs Amsterdam

Rome is about 5.9× larger than Amsterdam by administrative area. Rome (Italy) covers 1,287 km² (497 mi²) with a population of 2.7 million, while Amsterdam (Netherlands) covers 219 km² (85 mi²) with 921,468 residents.

Metric Rome Amsterdam
Area 1,287 km² 219 km²
Area (mi²) 497 mi² 85 mi²
Population 2,748,109 921,468
Population density 2,135 /km² 4,208 /km²
Area ratioRome is ~5.9× larger by area than Amsterdam.
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Frequently asked questions

Is Rome bigger than Amsterdam?

Yes — Rome is about 5.9× larger by area: 1,287 km² vs 219 km².

How big is Rome?

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

How big is Amsterdam?

Amsterdam, Netherlands, covers about 219 km² (85 mi²) of administrative area.

Which city has more people, Rome or Amsterdam?

Rome has the larger population: 2.7 million vs 921,468. Population density is about 2,135 people/km² in Rome and 4,208 people/km² in Amsterdam.

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