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Sydney vs Warsaw

Sydney is about 23× larger than Warsaw by administrative area. Sydney (Australia) covers 12,145 km² (4,689 mi²) with a population of 5.5 million, while Warsaw (Poland) covers 517 km² (200 mi²) with 1.9 million residents.

Metric Sydney Warsaw
Area 12,145 km² 517 km²
Area (mi²) 4,689 mi² 200 mi²
Population 5,450,496 1,862,402
Population density 449 /km² 3,601 /km²
Area ratioSydney is ~23× larger by area than Warsaw.
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Frequently asked questions

Is Sydney bigger than Warsaw?

Yes — Sydney is about 23× larger by area: 12,145 km² vs 517 km².

How big is Sydney?

Sydney, Australia, covers about 12,145 km² (4,689 mi²) of administrative area.

How big is Warsaw?

Warsaw, Poland, covers about 517 km² (200 mi²) of administrative area.

Which city has more people, Sydney or Warsaw?

Sydney has the larger population: 5.5 million vs 1.9 million. Population density is about 449 people/km² in Sydney and 3,601 people/km² in Warsaw.

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