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Shanghai vs Paris

Shanghai is about 60× larger than Paris by administrative area. Shanghai (China) covers 6,341 km² (2,448 mi²) with a population of 24.9 million, while Paris (France) covers 105 km² (41 mi²) with 2.1 million residents.

Metric Shanghai Paris
Area 6,341 km² 105 km²
Area (mi²) 2,448 mi² 41 mi²
Population 24,870,895 2,103,778
Population density 3,922 /km² 19,960 /km²
Area ratioShanghai is ~60× larger by area than Paris.
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ShanghaiApproximate boundary
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Both outlines are drawn at the same scale.

Frequently asked questions

Is Shanghai bigger than Paris?

Yes — Shanghai is about 60× larger by area: 6,341 km² vs 105 km².

How big is Shanghai?

Shanghai, China, covers about 6,341 km² (2,448 mi²) of administrative area.

How big is Paris?

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

Which city has more people, Shanghai or Paris?

Shanghai has the larger population: 24.9 million vs 2.1 million. Population density is about 3,922 people/km² in Shanghai and 19,960 people/km² in Paris.

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