How Big Is Canberra?
Canberra covers approximately 814 square kilometers (314 square miles). It is a city in Australia. That's roughly the same size as New York City.
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Canberra's Geography
Canberra is a city in Australia. Drag it across the map above to see its footprint over any country, state, or city.
How Far Across Is Canberra?
Canberra stretches approximately 43 km (27 mi) from north to south — roughly the length of Lake Tahoe, and 41 km (25 mi) from east to west — roughly the width of the San Francisco Bay Area.
Similar in Size
How Big Is Canberra Compared to Well-Known Places?
| Place | Area | vs Canberra |
|---|---|---|
| Boston | 124 km² (48 sq mi) | 7× smaller |
| Montreal | 432 km² (167 sq mi) | 47% smaller |
| Toronto | 630 km² (243 sq mi) | 23% smaller |
| New York City | 781 km² (302 sq mi) | about the same size |
| Canberra | 814 km² (314 sq mi) | — |
| Los Angeles | 1,215 km² (469 sq mi) | 49% larger |
| London | 1,572 km² (607 sq mi) | 93% larger |
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Canberra at a Glance
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Area | 814 km² (314 sq mi) |
| Country | Australia |