In this article, we list and discuss the 10 Cities With The Largest Population In The US. If you would like to see our detailed discussion of the population change and growth trends in the States, you can go to 50 Cities With The Largest Population In The US.
10. Austin, Texas
Population Estimates (2022): 974,447
Austin is the only city among the top 10 cities with the largest population in the US that has a population count of under a million. It is the capital of Texas state and is famously known as the Live Music Capital of the World.
9. Dallas, Texas
Population Estimates (2022): 1,299,544
Located along the Trinity River, Dallas is a commercial and cultural hub, with a population density of 3,841.1 people per square mile.
8. San Diego, California
Population Estimates (2022): 1,381,162
San Diego, a city located on the Pacific coast of California, is famous for its parks, beaches, and warm climate. It is the 8th most populated city in the United States.
7. San Antonio, Texas
Population Estimates (2022): 1,472,909
With a poverty rate of 17.7% and a median household income of $59,593, San Antonio is not only one of the largest cities by population but also one of the poorest cities in the United States.
6. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Population Estimates (2022): 1,567,258
Home to the oldest US Stock Exchange, Philadelphia is the most populous city in Pennsylvania state. It has a population density of 2,875.9 people per square mile.
5. Phoenix, Arizona
Population Estimates (2022): 1,644,409
Ranked 5th among the most populated cities in the US, Phoenix is an appealing place with its year-round sun and warm temperatures. It has a population density of 3,104.5 people per square mile.
4. Houston, Texas
Population Estimates (2022): 2,302,878
Houston, Texas, has the world’s largest medical complex – The Texas Medical Center (TMC). It is also the 4th most populated city in the United States.
3. Chicago, Illinois
Population Estimates (2022): 2,665,039
With a population density of 12,059.8 people per square mile, Chicago is one of the three largest cities in the US. However, as of the available data from 2022, its population is declining by a rate of 3.0%.
2. Los Angeles, California
Population Estimates (2022): 3,822,238
Being the heart of the country’s famous film and television industry, Los Angeles is one of the most famous cities in the entire United States. The Hollywood Sign, Paramount Pictures studio, Universal and Warner Brothers studio, and the Walk of Fame are among the most famous locations in Los Angeles.
1. New York City, New York
Population Estimates (2022): 8,335,897
Home to over eight million people, New York City has the largest population in the US, and is one of the largest cities in the world by population. Sharing the same name as its state, NYC is a world-famous destination and a global economic hub with the most famous destinations in the city being the Empire State Building, Central Park, and Times Square.
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