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Seoul vs Paris

Seoul is about 5.7× larger than Paris by administrative area. Seoul (South Korea) covers 605 km² (234 mi²) with a population of 9.7 million, while Paris (France) covers 105 km² (41 mi²) with 2.1 million residents.

Metric Seoul Paris
Area 605 km² 105 km²
Area (mi²) 234 mi² 41 mi²
Population 9,668,465 2,103,778
Population density 15,974 /km² 19,960 /km²
Area ratioSeoul is ~5.7× larger by area than Paris.
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Frequently asked questions

Is Seoul bigger than Paris?

Yes — Seoul is about 5.7× larger by area: 605 km² vs 105 km².

How big is Seoul?

Seoul, South Korea, covers about 605 km² (234 mi²) of administrative area.

How big is Paris?

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

Which city has more people, Seoul or Paris?

Seoul has the larger population: 9.7 million vs 2.1 million. Population density is about 15,974 people/km² in Seoul and 19,960 people/km² in Paris.

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