São Paulo vs San Francisco
São Paulo is about 2.5× larger than San Francisco by administrative area. São Paulo (Brazil) covers 1,523 km² (588 mi²) with a population of 11.5 million, while San Francisco (United States) covers 601 km² (232 mi²) with 873,965 residents.
| Metric | São Paulo | San Francisco |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 1,523 km² | 601 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 588 mi² | 232 mi² |
| Population | 11,451,999 | 873,965 |
| Population density | 7,519 /km² | 1,455 /km² |
| Area ratio | São Paulo is ~2.5× larger by area than San Francisco. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is São Paulo bigger than San Francisco?
Yes — São Paulo is about 2.5× larger by area: 1,523 km² vs 601 km².
How big is São Paulo?
São Paulo, Brazil, covers about 1,523 km² (588 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is San Francisco?
San Francisco, United States, covers about 601 km² (232 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, São Paulo or San Francisco?
São Paulo has the larger population: 11.5 million vs 873,965. Population density is about 7,519 people/km² in São Paulo and 1,455 people/km² in San Francisco.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-18.
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