Amsterdam vs Miami - City Size Comparison

Is Amsterdam Bigger Than Miami?

In terms of area, Amsterdam is 1.5x the size of Miami. Amsterdam spans 219 km² (85 mi²) while Miami covers 143 km² (55 mi²) — a difference of 76 km².

About Amsterdam

Capital of the Netherlands, known for its canals. Known as "Venice of the North", Amsterdam covers 219 km² with a population of 0.9 million. The city was established in 1275. Amsterdam is known for Canal ring, Rijksmuseum, Anne Frank House, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the GVB (Metro & Tram).

Amsterdam sits 2 meters below sea level and is protected by an elaborate system of dikes and pumping stations

About Miami

A major coastal city and gateway to Latin America. Nicknamed "The Magic City", Miami has an area of 143 km² and is home to 0.4 million people. The city dates back to 1896. Visitors come for South Beach, Art Deco Historic District, Little Havana, and much more. Getting around is easy with the Metrorail Miami.

Miami is the only major US city founded by a woman — Julia Tuttle in 1896

Metropolitan Area Comparison

Looking beyond city limits, the Miami metropolitan area covers 15,890 km², which is 6.2x larger than greater Amsterdam at 2,580 km². The Miami metro area is also more populous, with 6.2 million people compared to 2.5 million.

Population Density

Amsterdam has a population density of 4,201 people per km² — a moderately dense city. Miami, with 3,077 people per km², is a moderately dense city. Both cities have comparable density, though Amsterdam is slightly more compact.

Climate & Time Zone

Amsterdam has a oceanic climate while Miami experiences tropical monsoon conditions. Winters differ dramatically: Miami stays around 20°C while Amsterdam drops to 3°C. When it's noon in Amsterdam, it's 6:00 AM in Miami — a 6-hour time difference.