São Paulo vs Stockholm
São Paulo is about 8.1× larger than Stockholm by administrative area. São Paulo (Brazil) covers 1,523 km² (588 mi²) with a population of 11.5 million, while Stockholm (Sweden) covers 187 km² (72 mi²) with 984,748 residents.
| Metric | São Paulo | Stockholm |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 1,523 km² | 187 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 588 mi² | 72 mi² |
| Population | 11,451,999 | 984,748 |
| Population density | 7,519 /km² | 5,262 /km² |
| Area ratio | São Paulo is ~8.1× larger by area than Stockholm. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is São Paulo bigger than Stockholm?
Yes — São Paulo is about 8.1× larger by area: 1,523 km² vs 187 km².
How big is São Paulo?
São Paulo, Brazil, covers about 1,523 km² (588 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is Stockholm?
Stockholm, Sweden, covers about 187 km² (72 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, São Paulo or Stockholm?
São Paulo has the larger population: 11.5 million vs 984,748. Population density is about 7,519 people/km² in São Paulo and 5,262 people/km² in Stockholm.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-18.
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