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Rome vs Kyiv

Rome is about 1.5× larger than Kyiv by administrative area. Rome (Italy) covers 1,287 km² (497 mi²) with a population of 2.7 million, while Kyiv (Ukraine) covers 848 km² (327 mi²) with 3.0 million residents.

Metric Rome Kyiv
Area 1,287 km² 848 km²
Area (mi²) 497 mi² 327 mi²
Population 2,748,109 2,952,301
Population density 2,135 /km² 3,481 /km²
Area ratioRome is ~1.5× larger by area than Kyiv.

Frequently asked questions

Is Rome bigger than Kyiv?

Yes — Rome is about 1.5× larger by area: 1,287 km² vs 848 km².

How big is Rome?

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

How big is Kyiv?

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

Which city has more people, Rome or Kyiv?

Kyiv has the larger population: 3.0 million vs 2.7 million. Population density is about 2,135 people/km² in Rome and 3,481 people/km² in Kyiv.

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