Toronto vs San Francisco
Toronto is about 1.0× larger than San Francisco by administrative area. Toronto (Canada) covers 630 km² (243 mi²) with a population of 2.8 million, while San Francisco (United States) covers 601 km² (232 mi²) with 873,965 residents.
| Metric | Toronto | San Francisco |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 630 km² | 601 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 243 mi² | 232 mi² |
| Population | 2,794,356 | 873,965 |
| Population density | 4,434 /km² | 1,455 /km² |
| Area ratio | Toronto is ~1.0× larger by area than San Francisco. | |
Frequently asked questions
Is Toronto bigger than San Francisco?
Yes — Toronto is about 1.0× larger by area: 630 km² vs 601 km².
How big is Toronto?
Toronto, Canada, covers about 630 km² (243 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, Toronto or San Francisco?
Toronto has the larger population: 2.8 million vs 873,965. Population density is about 4,434 people/km² in Toronto and 1,455 people/km² in San Francisco.
City boundaries from OpenStreetMap. Last updated 2026-08-20.
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