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  • The 2020 US Census determined the largest city in every state.
  • New York City is the biggest US city, followed by Los Angeles and Chicago.
  • Some states’ most populous cities only have tens of thousands of residents.

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.

NEW HAMPSHIRE: Manchester

NORTH CAROLINA: Charlotte

PENNSYLVANIA: Philadelphia

SOUTH CAROLINA: Charleston

SOUTH DAKOTA: Sioux Falls

WEST VIRGINIA: Charleston



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