San Francisco vs Paris
San Francisco is about 5.7× larger than Paris by administrative area. San Francisco (United States) covers 601 km² (232 mi²) with a population of 873,965, while Paris (France) covers 105 km² (41 mi²) with 2.1 million residents.
| Metric | San Francisco | Paris |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 601 km² | 105 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 232 mi² | 41 mi² |
| Population | 873,965 | 2,103,778 |
| Population density | 1,455 /km² | 19,960 /km² |
| Area ratio | San Francisco is ~5.7× larger by area than Paris. | |
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Frequently asked questions
Is San Francisco bigger than Paris?
Yes — San Francisco is about 5.7× larger by area: 601 km² vs 105 km².
How big is San Francisco?
San Francisco, United States, covers about 601 km² (232 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is Paris?
Paris, France, covers about 105 km² (41 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, San Francisco or Paris?
Paris has the larger population: 2.1 million vs 873,965. Population density is about 1,455 people/km² in San Francisco and 19,960 people/km² in Paris.
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