Stockholm vs Barcelona
Stockholm is about 1.8× larger than Barcelona by administrative area. Stockholm (Sweden) covers 187 km² (72 mi²) with a population of 984,748, while Barcelona (Spain) covers 101 km² (39 mi²) with 1.7 million residents.
| Metric | Stockholm | Barcelona |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 187 km² | 101 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 72 mi² | 39 mi² |
| Population | 984,748 | 1,686,208 |
| Population density | 5,262 /km² | 16,629 /km² |
| Area ratio | Stockholm is ~1.8× larger by area than Barcelona. | |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Stockholm bigger than Barcelona?
Yes — Stockholm is about 1.8× larger by area: 187 km² vs 101 km².
How big is Stockholm?
Stockholm, Sweden, covers about 187 km² (72 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is Barcelona?
Barcelona, Spain, covers about 101 km² (39 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Stockholm or Barcelona?
Barcelona has the larger population: 1.7 million vs 984,748. Population density is about 5,262 people/km² in Stockholm and 16,629 people/km² in Barcelona.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-10-18.
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