Compare country sizes in a few simple steps.
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Review area differences, population comparisons, and size ratios.
Country areas are typically shown in square kilometers (km²) and square miles (mi²) for easy comparison.
The calculator typically uses land area. Some sources include territorial waters, which can significantly affect totals for island nations.
Country size data comes from official sources like the United Nations, World Bank, and national statistics agencies.