San Francisco vs Vancouver
San Francisco is about 5.2× larger than Vancouver by administrative area. San Francisco (United States) covers 601 km² (232 mi²) with a population of 873,965, while Vancouver (Canada) covers 115 km² (44 mi²) with 662,248 residents.
| Metric | San Francisco | Vancouver |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 601 km² | 115 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 232 mi² | 44 mi² |
| Population | 873,965 | 662,248 |
| Population density | 1,455 /km² | 5,759 /km² |
| Area ratio | San Francisco is ~5.2× larger by area than Vancouver. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is San Francisco bigger than Vancouver?
Yes — San Francisco is about 5.2× larger by area: 601 km² vs 115 km².
How big is San Francisco?
San Francisco, United States, covers about 601 km² (232 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is Vancouver?
Vancouver, Canada, covers about 115 km² (44 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, San Francisco or Vancouver?
San Francisco has the larger population: 873,965 vs 662,248. Population density is about 1,455 people/km² in San Francisco and 5,759 people/km² in Vancouver.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-18.
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