Wanderlust World Wanderlust World Mexico City dwarfs Boston in both area and population:
| Metric | Mexico City | Boston | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Area | 1,485 km² (573 sq mi) | 232 km² (89.6 sq mi) | ~6.4× larger |
| Population (2020) | ~9.2 million | ~675,647 | ~13.6× larger |
Greater Mexico City (metropolitan area) exceeds 21 million—among the world's largest urban agglomerations. Greater Boston ~4.9 million. Mexico City's scale reflects its role as a national capital and megacity; Boston is a major but compact U.S. regional hub.