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Rome vs Paris

Rome is about 12× larger than Paris by administrative area. Rome (Italy) covers 1,287 km² (497 mi²) with a population of 2.7 million, while Paris (France) covers 105 km² (41 mi²) with 2.1 million residents.

Metric Rome Paris
Area 1,287 km² 105 km²
Area (mi²) 497 mi² 41 mi²
Population 2,748,109 2,103,778
Population density 2,135 /km² 19,960 /km²
Area ratioRome is ~12× larger by area than Paris.

Frequently asked questions

Is Rome bigger than Paris?

Yes — Rome is about 12× larger by area: 1,287 km² vs 105 km².

How big is Rome?

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

How big is Paris?

Paris, France, covers about 105 km² (41 mi²) of administrative area.

Which city has more people, Rome or Paris?

Rome has the larger population: 2.7 million vs 2.1 million. Population density is about 2,135 people/km² in Rome and 19,960 people/km² in Paris.

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