How Big Is Houston?
Houston covers approximately 1,659 square kilometers (640 square miles). It is a city in United States, located in Texas. That's roughly the same size as London.
Houston on the Map
Houston's Geography
Houston is a city in United States, in the state of Texas. Drag it across the map above to see its footprint over any country, state, or city.
How Long and Wide Is Houston?
Houston spans about 67 km (42 mi) from east to west — roughly the length of Lake Tahoe, and 65 km (40 mi) from north to south — roughly the width of the San Francisco Bay Area. At highway speeds, driving 42 miles takes roughly 1 hours.
Similar in Size
How Big Is Houston Compared to Well-Known Places?
| Place | Area | vs Houston |
|---|---|---|
| Toronto | 630 km² (243 sq mi) | 2.6× smaller |
| New York City | 781 km² (302 sq mi) | 2.1× smaller |
| Los Angeles | 1,215 km² (469 sq mi) | 27% smaller |
| London | 1,572 km² (607 sq mi) | about the same size |
| Houston | 1,659 km² (640 sq mi) | — |
Length and width are measured from the outline on the map. Sources: United States Census Bureau. How we calculate this