Shanghai vs Houston
Shanghai is about 3.7× larger than Houston by administrative area. Shanghai (China) covers 6,341 km² (2,448 mi²) with a population of 24.9 million, while Houston (United States) covers 1,725 km² (666 mi²) with 2.3 million residents.
| Metric | Shanghai | Houston |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 6,341 km² | 1,725 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 2,448 mi² | 666 mi² |
| Population | 24,870,895 | 2,304,580 |
| Population density | 3,922 /km² | 1,336 /km² |
| Area ratio | Shanghai is ~3.7× larger by area than Houston. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is Shanghai bigger than Houston?
Yes — Shanghai is about 3.7× larger by area: 6,341 km² vs 1,725 km².
How big is Shanghai?
Shanghai, China, covers about 6,341 km² (2,448 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is Houston?
Houston, United States, covers about 1,725 km² (666 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Shanghai or Houston?
Shanghai has the larger population: 24.9 million vs 2.3 million. Population density is about 3,922 people/km² in Shanghai and 1,336 people/km² in Houston.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-20.
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