Shanghai vs Los Angeles
Shanghai is about 4.9× larger than Los Angeles by administrative area. Shanghai (China) covers 6,341 km² (2,448 mi²) with a population of 24.9 million, while Los Angeles (United States) covers 1,302 km² (503 mi²) with 3.9 million residents.
| Metric | Shanghai | Los Angeles |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 6,341 km² | 1,302 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 2,448 mi² | 503 mi² |
| Population | 24,870,895 | 3,898,747 |
| Population density | 3,922 /km² | 2,994 /km² |
| Area ratio | Shanghai is ~4.9× larger by area than Los Angeles. | |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Shanghai bigger than Los Angeles?
Yes — Shanghai is about 4.9× larger by area: 6,341 km² vs 1,302 km².
How big is Shanghai?
Shanghai, China, covers about 6,341 km² (2,448 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is Los Angeles?
Los Angeles, United States, covers about 1,302 km² (503 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Shanghai or Los Angeles?
Shanghai has the larger population: 24.9 million vs 3.9 million. Population density is about 3,922 people/km² in Shanghai and 2,994 people/km² in Los Angeles.
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