San Francisco vs Bucharest
San Francisco is about 2.7× larger than Bucharest by administrative area. San Francisco (United States) covers 601 km² (232 mi²) with a population of 873,965, while Bucharest (Romania) covers 226 km² (87 mi²) with 1.7 million residents.
| Metric | San Francisco | Bucharest |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 601 km² | 226 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 232 mi² | 87 mi² |
| Population | 873,965 | 1,716,961 |
| Population density | 1,455 /km² | 7,597 /km² |
| Area ratio | San Francisco is ~2.7× larger by area than Bucharest. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is San Francisco bigger than Bucharest?
Yes — San Francisco is about 2.7× larger by area: 601 km² vs 226 km².
How big is San Francisco?
San Francisco, United States, covers about 601 km² (232 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is Bucharest?
Bucharest, Romania, covers about 226 km² (87 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, San Francisco or Bucharest?
Bucharest has the larger population: 1.7 million vs 873,965. Population density is about 1,455 people/km² in San Francisco and 7,597 people/km² in Bucharest.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-18.
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