Biggest US Cities: the Largest City in Every State by Population

Conducted every 10 years, the United States census counts every person living in the US and collects statistics such as age, sex, and household makeup.

A city’s population, along with other demographic data, is a key factor in determining its allocations for federal and state funding.

According to 2020 census data, some states’ most populous cities only have tens of thousands of residents, while others, like New York City, have more than 8 million.

Take a look at the largest city in every state.