Top 10 largest cities in the US

America is one of the most developed powers in the world. The top performance of the economy, standard of living and respect for human rights and freedoms has made the United States a dream for many expats.

Cities are bustling with life, developing at an incredible pace, and high wage levels help residents achieve their dreams and ambitions faster than in any other country in the world.

We present you a list of the 10 largest cities in the United States by area and population.

10 Philadelphia, 5780 thousand people

Area: 367 km²

It is the largest city in the state of Pennsylvania. But not only the area could become famous for this city. AT Philadelphia store historical events associated with the revolution. Here you can look at the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and the US Constitution were signed.

And of course, one cannot fail to note the stairs that lead to the art museum. After all, it was on it that the protagonist of the cult film “Rocky” trained. The current population of Philadelphia is 5 people.

9. Miami, 5955 thousand people

Area:‎ ‎143,1 km².

First of all, talking about Miami everyone remembers the famous resort of Miami Beach, which became famous for its contrasting art deco buildings. On the white sands of South Beach, the noisiest parties in the country are held and the coolest surfers in the world come here.

The population of the city is 5 thousand people. Many of them are Cubans. They build special cafes with Cuban coffee and cigars. There are more and more people who want to soak up the sun and take a walk in the best nightclubs, so the permanent population of the city is growing rapidly.

8. San Francisco, 6100 thousand people

Area‎: ‎600 km²

San Francisco one of the most mysterious cities in the USA. He spread out his hilly territory in northern California. Bright and sunny landscapes are intertwined with thick fog and create a magical atmosphere of a secret city.

Perhaps the most recognizable place, without which not a single postcard and not a single screensaver for an American film can do, is the Golden Gate Bridge.

The comfort of the city is given by cable cars and bright houses in the Victorian style. The most popular building is the Transamerica Pyramid. In San Francisco Bay, the world famous Alcatraz prison was located. There are 6 thousand permanent residents of the sunny city here.

7. Houston, 6315 thousand people

Area‎: ‎1 653,87 km²

It is the largest city in Texas. Tourists flock here in droves to look at the Lyndon Johnson Space Center.

Here, the most famous US astronauts begin their journey, control spacecraft and NASA astronauts are trained. The city was founded in 1836. At the moment in Houston about 6 thousand people live.

6. Dallas, 6550 thousand people

Area: 997,1 km²

Dallas is the largest city in the state of Texas, America. The population of the metropolis is more than six million people.

Dallas is known as the place where President Kennedy of America was shot dead, the place where the world-famous gangsters Bonnie and Clyde were born and raised. The city bears the name of one of the presidents of the United States and received the proud title of city in 1871.

5. Boston, 7130 ext. chel.

Area: 232,1 km²

The capital of the US state of Massachusetts and the largest city in it. With a population of 7 million 130 thousand people Бостон is a fairly modest city.

Boston was founded in 1630 by English colonists. Today Boston is the flagship of American science, culture and education. Harvard is the most prestigious university in the world located in Boston. Boston was home to the first computer, the telephone, and the forefather of the modern Internet.

A large collection of museums, galleries, theaters and exhibitions is gathered in this compact city. Boston is a youth city, a city of students and creative people.

4. Washington, 7515 thousand people

Area‎: ‎177 km²

This is not a very large city in the United States, but it is he who is the capital. Three branches of the US government are located here: the Capitol, the White House and the Supreme Court building.

The city was created strict, it is not possible to walk around it without a formal suit and tie. Each building reminds you that you are in a significant place for the country.

The population consists of 7 thousand people. Much of the city is politics, so the standard of living in Washington is very high. This is not the best place for budget tourists, but if someone wants to feel the atmosphere of real strict America, then you will not find a better city.

3. Chicago, 9275 thousand people

Area‎: ‎606,1 km²

Unlike previous cities, Chicago – one of the most modern and fastest growing. It ranks third in terms of the number of inhabitants, there are 9 thousand people here. It is still far from Los Angeles or New York, but Chicago does not aspire to this. It has a completely different atmosphere and goals.

In this city there are a huge number of modern art museums with famous works of the Impressionists and Post-Impressionists. It is also worth noting the architecture of Chicago, which is made in a single modern style. The city has its own color and brutality.

The most famous places are the John Hancock Center, the Willis Tower (formerly the Sears Tower) with a height of almost 443 meters and the Neo-Gothic Tribune Tower.

2. Los Angeles, 15440 thousand people

Area‎: 1301,97 km²

Is there a city in the world that would be more famous than Los Angeles? All the most famous stars of the world are concentrated here. Aspiring actors dream of being in this city and making their mark on Hollywood Boulevard near the TCL Chinese Theatre. The city became famous thanks to one area – Hollywood.

Famous film studios are located there: Paramount Pictures, Universal and Warner Brothers. The owners of these film studios have made an incredible gift for their fans, now you can walk around the film sets of cult films and feel the whole atmosphere of the Hollywood film industry for yourself.

The population of the city is 15 thousand people, more than half of them dream of being in the place of their favorite Hollywood heroes in the future. Every year, crowds of actors come to this place to try their luck or take the chance to meet celebrities.

1. New York, 21045 thousand people

Area‎: ‎1214,9 km²

This city is a dream for everyone who loves noise, fashion, contemporary art and innovation. New York – a city of contrasts, it is impossible not to fall in love with it. Every guest and resident feels needed and understood on its territory. This city gives a chance to everyone and everyone, even with the most incredible ideas at first glance.

Here is the largest commercial and cultural central district – Manhattan. It is the most populous place in the city. The population of New York is 21 thousand people and everyone here finds a place for themselves.

The city is known for its skyscrapers with neon signs. Most often heard, of course, the Empire State Building. Here is the famous Broadway Theater, on the equally famous Times Square.

It is not surprising that there are such a huge number of people here, because it is simply impossible to leave this city. Like a magnet, it attracts people from all over the world with its lights, brightness and freedom.