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USA
Mexico
Area Comparison
Chicago is 2.5x smaller than Mexico City
Population Comparison
Chicago has 3.4x fewer people than Mexico City
Yes — Mexico City is 2.5x larger than Chicago by area. Mexico City spans 1,485 km² (573 mi²) while Chicago covers 606 km² (234 mi²) — a difference of 879 km². You could fit Chicago inside Mexico City approximately 2 times.
To put Chicago's size in perspective, its area of 606 km² is roughly the same size as Seoul. Meanwhile, Mexico City at 1,485 km² is roughly the same size as London.
Third-largest city in the United States. Known as "The Windy City", Chicago covers 606 km² with a population of 2.7 million. The city was established in 1833. Chicago is known for Deep-dish pizza, Willis Tower, Millennium Park & Cloud Gate, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the CTA (L train).
Chicago reversed the flow of the Chicago River in 1900, an engineering feat that still stands
Mexico's capital and largest city. Nicknamed "CDMX", Mexico City has an area of 1,485 km² and is home to 9.2 million people. Its history stretches back to 1325. Visitors come for Zócalo plaza, Chapultepec Castle, Frida Kahlo Museum, and much more. Getting around is easy with the Mexico City Metro.
Mexico City is sinking 50 cm per year because it was built on a lake bed
Looking beyond city limits, the Chicago metropolitan area covers 28,160 km², which is 3.6x larger than greater Mexico City at 7,854 km². The Mexico City metro area is also more populous, with 21.8 million people compared to 9.5 million.
Chicago has a population density of 4,455 people per km² — a moderately dense city. Mexico City, with 6,202 people per km², is a densely populated city. Both cities have comparable density, though Mexico City is slightly more compact.
Both cities are in North America, but they represent different national approaches to urban development. Chicago (USA) and Mexico City (Mexico) offer a fascinating regional contrast.
Chicago has a humid continental climate while Mexico City experiences subtropical highland conditions. Winters differ dramatically: Mexico City stays around 13°C while Chicago drops to -3°C.
Size Ratio
Chicago fits inside Mexico City ~2 times
Density Gap
Mexico City is 1.4x more densely populated
History
Mexico City is ~508 years older
The straight-line distance from Chicago to Mexico City is 2,722 km (1,691 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~3h 42m. See full distance details, including timezone difference and city facts.
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