Beijing vs Stockholm - City Size Comparison

Is Beijing Bigger Than Stockholm?

Yes — Beijing is 87.3x larger than Stockholm by area. Beijing spans 16,411 km² (6,336 mi²) while Stockholm covers 188 km² (73 mi²) — a difference of 16,223 km². You could fit Stockholm inside Beijing approximately 87 times.

About Beijing

China's capital and political center. Known as "The Northern Capital", Beijing covers 16,411 km² with a population of 21.5 million. The city was founded around 1045 BC. Beijing is known for The Forbidden City, Great Wall of China, Temple of Heaven, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the Beijing Subway.

Beijing's administrative area of 16,411 km² makes it larger than many small countries

About Stockholm

Sweden's capital, spread across 14 islands. Nicknamed "Venice of the North", Stockholm has an area of 188 km² and is home to 1.0 million people. Its history stretches back to 1252. Visitors come for Gamla Stan (Old Town), Vasa Museum, ABBA Museum, and much more. Getting around is easy with the Stockholm Metro (Tunnelbana).

Stockholm is built on 14 islands connected by 57 bridges

Metropolitan Area Comparison

Looking beyond city limits, the Beijing metropolitan area covers 16,411 km², which is 2.5x larger than greater Stockholm at 6,519 km². The Beijing metro area is also more populous, with 21.5 million people compared to 2.4 million.

Population Density

Beijing has a population density of 1,313 people per km² — a relatively spread-out city. Stockholm, with 5,213 people per km², is a densely populated city. Stockholm is dramatically more crowded, with 4.0x the population density.

Climate & Time Zone

Both cities share a humid continental climate, though local geography creates distinct microclimates in each. When it's noon in Beijing, it's 5:00 AM in Stockholm — a 7-hour time difference.