Vancouver vs Barcelona
Vancouver is about 1.1× larger than Barcelona by administrative area. Vancouver (Canada) covers 115 km² (44 mi²) with a population of 662,248, while Barcelona (Spain) covers 101 km² (39 mi²) with 1.7 million residents.
| Metric | Vancouver | Barcelona |
|---|---|---|
| Area | 115 km² | 101 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 44 mi² | 39 mi² |
| Population | 662,248 | 1,686,208 |
| Population density | 5,759 /km² | 16,629 /km² |
| Area ratio | Vancouver is ~1.1× larger by area than Barcelona. | |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Vancouver bigger than Barcelona?
Yes — Vancouver is about 1.1× larger by area: 115 km² vs 101 km².
How big is Vancouver?
Vancouver, Canada, covers about 115 km² (44 mi²) of administrative area.
How big is Barcelona?
Barcelona, Spain, covers about 101 km² (39 mi²) of administrative area.
Which city has more people, Vancouver or Barcelona?
Barcelona has the larger population: 1.7 million vs 662,248. Population density is about 5,759 people/km² in Vancouver and 16,629 people/km² in Barcelona.
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