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Rome vs Madrid

Rome is about 2.1× larger than Madrid by administrative area. Rome (Italy) covers 1,287 km² (497 mi²) with a population of 2.7 million, while Madrid (Spain) covers 604 km² (233 mi²) with 3.5 million residents.

Metric Rome Madrid
Area 1,287 km² 604 km²
Area (mi²) 497 mi² 233 mi²
Population 2,748,109 3,506,730
Population density 2,135 /km² 5,801 /km²
Area ratioRome is ~2.1× larger by area than Madrid.
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Both outlines are drawn at the same scale.

Frequently asked questions

Is Rome bigger than Madrid?

Yes — Rome is about 2.1× larger by area: 1,287 km² vs 604 km².

How big is Rome?

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

How big is Madrid?

Madrid, Spain, covers about 604 km² (233 mi²) of administrative area.

Which city has more people, Rome or Madrid?

Madrid has the larger population: 3.5 million vs 2.7 million. Population density is about 2,135 people/km² in Rome and 5,801 people/km² in Madrid.

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