RANKING · 2010 CENSUS · 500 SHOWN OF 6,642
Largest by population, US cities · 2010
The most populous US cities as of the 2010 population estimates. New York, New York leads at 8,175,133. 6,642 cities qualify in total. Cities with fewer than 5,000 residents are excluded. Texas carries 6 of the top 25 entries.
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RANKPLACESTATETOTAL POPULATIONVS 2000
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UPDATED 2026-07-15 · DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU DECENNIAL CENSUS
Frequently asked
Which city has the highest total population?
New York, New York ranks #1 with 8,175,133 (2010 Decennial Census).
What are the top 5 cities by total population?
New York, New York, Los Angeles, California, Chicago, Illinois, Houston, Texas, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
How many cities are in this ranking?
6,642 cities qualify after filtering for population minimums and data availability (minimum 5,000 residents). The ranking covers 2010 Decennial Census data.
How is total population measured?
Total resident population. Source: US Census Bureau, 2010 Decennial Census.