San Francisco vs Amsterdam
San Francisco is about 2.7× larger than Amsterdam by administrative area. San Francisco (United States) covers 601 km² (232 mi²) with a population of 873,965, while Amsterdam (Netherlands) covers 219 km² (85 mi²) with 921,468 residents.
| Metric | San Francisco | Amsterdam |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 601 km² | 219 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 232 mi² | 85 mi² |
| Population | 873,965 | 921,468 |
| Population density | 1,455 /km² | 4,208 /km² |
| Area ratio | San Francisco is ~2.7× larger by area than Amsterdam. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is San Francisco bigger than Amsterdam?
Yes — San Francisco is about 2.7× larger by area: 601 km² vs 219 km².
How big is San Francisco?
San Francisco, United States, covers about 601 km² (232 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is Amsterdam?
Amsterdam, Netherlands, covers about 219 km² (85 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, San Francisco or Amsterdam?
Amsterdam has the larger population: 921,468 vs 873,965. Population density is about 1,455 people/km² in San Francisco and 4,208 people/km² in Amsterdam.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-24.
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