Hanoi vs Miami - City Size Comparison

Is Hanoi Bigger Than Miami?

Hanoi is significantly larger, covering 23.5 times the area of Miami. Hanoi spans 3,359 km² (1,297 mi²) while Miami covers 143 km² (55 mi²) — a difference of 3,216 km². You could fit Miami inside Hanoi approximately 23 times.

About Hanoi

Vietnam's capital with over a thousand years of history. Known as "The City of the Ascending Dragon", Hanoi covers 3,359 km² with a population of 8.1 million. The city was established in 1010. Hanoi is known for Hoàn Kiếm Lake, Old Quarter (36 Streets), Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the Hanoi Metro.

Hanoi's Old Quarter has been a trading hub for nearly 1,000 years, with each street historically dedicated to a specific trade

About Miami

A major coastal city and gateway to Latin America. Often called "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 4.7x larger than greater Hanoi at 3,359 km². The Hanoi metro area is also more populous, with 8.1 million people compared to 6.2 million.

Population Density

Hanoi has a population density of 2,397 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 Miami is slightly more compact.

Climate & Time Zone

Hanoi has a humid subtropical climate while Miami experiences tropical monsoon conditions. When it's noon in Hanoi, it's midnight in Miami — a 12-hour time difference.