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Mexico
USA
Area Comparison
Mexico City is 10.4x larger than Miami
Population Comparison
Mexico City has 20.9x more people than Miami
In terms of area, Mexico City is 10.4x the size of Miami. Mexico City spans 1,485 km² (573 mi²) while Miami covers 143 km² (55 mi²) — a difference of 1,342 km². You could fit Miami inside Mexico City approximately 10 times.
To put Mexico City's size in perspective, its area of 1,485 km² is roughly the same size as London. Meanwhile, Miami at 143 km² is about 1.2x the size of San Francisco.
Mexico's capital and largest city. Known as "CDMX", Mexico City covers 1,485 km² with a population of 9.2 million. The city was established in 1325. Mexico City is known for Zócalo plaza, Chapultepec Castle, Frida Kahlo Museum, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the Mexico City Metro.
Mexico City is sinking 50 cm per year because it was built on a lake bed
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. It was established in 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
Looking beyond city limits, the Miami metropolitan area covers 15,890 km², which is 2.0x 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 6.2 million.
Mexico City has a population density of 6,202 people per km² — a densely populated city. Miami, with 3,077 people per km², is a moderately dense city. Mexico City is noticeably denser, packing 2.0 times more people per square kilometer.
Both cities are in North America, but they represent different national approaches to urban development. Mexico City (Mexico) and Miami (USA) offer a fascinating regional contrast.
Mexico City has a subtropical highland climate while Miami experiences tropical monsoon conditions. Summers are notably different: Miami averages 28°C compared to 18°C in Mexico City.
Size Ratio
Miami fits inside Mexico City ~10 times
Density Gap
Mexico City is 2.0x more densely populated
History
Mexico City is ~571 years older
The straight-line distance from Mexico City to Miami is 2,065 km (1,283 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~2h 56m. See full distance details, including timezone difference and city facts.
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