Biggest Cities in USA
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Biggest Cities in the US
Even the "Great Recession" lasting from December 2007 to June 2009 didn't take away the glory from the ten biggest cities in the US. These cities still have the nation's largest population and have witnessed a hike in the economic activity over the recent years. Take a peek at the 10 US cities with the largest population.
The list has been prepared in accordance to the US 2015 Population Estimate and serves as a handy guide for people looking forward to relocate to a big US city in the future.
1. New York City, NY
Undoubtedly, New York is the biggest city in the US by population. Being a global power city, it has also been a forerunner in domains such as fashion, technology and entertainment. Called by popular names like Big Apple, the Capital of the World, and the Empire City, New York City has a population of 8,550,405 as per 2015 estimate.
2. Los Angeles, California
As a sprawling Southern California city, Los Angeles is the largest urban area in the state. Moreover, with an estimated population (2015) of 3,971,883, Los Angeles is the second most populous city in the United States. Home to the Dolby Theatre, Los Angeles has a range of tourist attractions, including Holly Boulevard, Disneyland, Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, Griffith Park, and many more.
3. Chicago, Illinois
Out of the 10 biggest cities in the US by population, Chicago holds the third position. Located on the southwestern tip of Lake Michigan, Chicago is traversed by the Chicago and Calumet rivers. According to 2015 population estimate, the city has about 2,720,546 people. It is also listed as one of the world's top ten Global Financial Centers. Nicknamed "The Windy City", Chicago has emerged as a major transportation and telecom hub.
4. Houston, Texas
Houston is the fourth most populous city in the US. According to 2015 population estimate, this US city is currently home to 2,296,224 inhabitants. Other significant attractions include the oldest African-American theater in the Southwest and the arts community. As the largest city in Texas, Houston is culturally diverse with more than 90 languages spoken by the residents.
5. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
According to 2015 estimate, Philadelphia is the fifth most populous city in the US with 1,567,442 people residing in the city. It is located at the confluence of the Delaware and Schuylkill rivers. Popularly known as the 'City of Brotherly Love', Philadelphia has emerged into a commercial, educational, legal and cultural center. Home to the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia hosts USA's oldest Thanksgiving Day Parade.
6. Phoenix, Arizona
On this list of the biggest cities in the US, Phoenix ranks sixth. As the capital city of Arizona, Phoenix is located in the Salt River Valley in central Arizona in the northern reaches of the Sonora Desert. It is home to 1,563,025 people. Around 4.5 million people are living in Phoenix metropolitan area. Some popular attractions in Phoenix include: The Phoenix Zoo, the US Airways Center, St. Mary's Basilica and the Mystery Castle.
7. San Antonio, Texas
San Antonio ranks seventh on this list of 10 biggest cities in the US by population density. Its population estimate (2015) is 1,469,845. As a popular tourist destination, San Antonio is known for its San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, the Alamo, the River Walk and a former Roman Catholic mission and fortress. Home to the University of Texas, San Antonio also houses the Museo Alameda, the Witte Museum, and the San Antonio Museum of Art (SAMA).
8. San Diego, California
A seaport in southern California, San Diego has a population of 1,394,928. This US city is located along the Pacific Ocean at San Diego Bay just north of the US-Mexican border. As the second largest city in California, San Diego is known for its beautiful beaches and the presence of the US Navy. If you're a lover of sun, sand, and adventure, San Diego is the place for you.
9. Dallas, Texas
Third largest city in the state of Texas, Dallas, has a 2015 population estimate of 1,300,092. It has a huge majority of the inhabitants living in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metropolitan area. As a major destination for Mexican immigrants, Dallas has become a center of education for most of the South Central United States. The Galleria Mall, Bishop Arts and North Park Mall are the popular shopping areas in Dallas.
10. San Jose, California
Popularly known as the "Capital of Silicon Valley", San Jose is the third most populous city in the state of California in the United States. It has 2015 population estimate of 1,026,908 and ranks tenth on this list of 10 biggest cities in the US. San Jose is the home turf of several brands such as Apple, Adobe Systems, Cisco Systems, Yahoo!, Facebook, eBay, and Google.