Top Ten Cities that are More Populated Than New York City
Cities that are more populated than New York City's (without agglomeration) 8.6 million people in 2017The Top Ten
1 Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo, officially Tokyo Metropolis, one of the 47 prefectures of Japan, has served as the Japanese capital since 1869. Located at the head of Tokyo Bay, the prefecture forms part of the Kantō region on the central Pacific coast of Japan's main island of Honshu. Tokyo is the political and economic center of the country, as well as the seat of the Emperor of Japan and the national government. As of 2021, the prefecture has an estimated population of 13,960,236.
Tokyo, officially Tokyo Metropolis, one of the 47 prefectures of Japan, has served as the Japanese capital since 1869. Located at the head of Tokyo Bay, the prefecture forms part of the Kantō region on the central Pacific coast of Japan's main island of Honshu. Tokyo is the political and economic center of the country, as well as the seat of the Emperor of Japan and the national government. As of 2021, the prefecture has an estimated population of 13,960,236. Circa 13,7 million people in 2017
2 Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul, formerly known as Byzantium and Constantinople, is the most populous city in Turkey and the country's economic, cultural and historic center. The city straddles the Bosphorus strait, and lies in both Europe and Asia, with a population of over 15 million residents, comprising 19% of the population of Turkey. Istanbul is the most populous city in Europe, and the world's fifteenth-largest city.
Istanbul, formerly known as Byzantium and Constantinople, is the most populous city in Turkey and the country's economic, cultural and historic center. The city straddles the Bosphorus strait, and lies in both Europe and Asia, with a population of over 15 million residents, comprising 19% of the population of Turkey. Istanbul is the most populous city in Europe, and the world's fifteenth-largest city. Circa 14,2 million people in 2017
3 Seoul, South Korea
Seoul – officially the Seoul Special City – is the capital and largest metropolis of the Republic of Korea, forming the heart of the Seoul Capital Area, which includes the surrounding Incheon metropolis and Gyeonggi province, the world's 14th largest city and second largest metropolitan area.
Seoul – officially the Seoul Special City – is the capital and largest metropolis of the Republic of Korea, forming the heart of the Seoul Capital Area, which includes the surrounding Incheon metropolis and Gyeonggi province, the world's 14th largest city and second largest metropolitan area. Circa 10 million people in 2017
4 London, United Kingdom
Circa 8,7 million people in 2017
5 Shanghai, China
Shanghai is one of the four municipalities under the direct administration of the central government of the People's Republic of China, the largest city in China by population, and the second most populous city proper in the world, with a population of 24.28 million as of 2019, it is the most populous urban area in China and the most populous city proper in the world. Shanghai is a global center for finance, research, technology, manufacturing, and transportation, and the Port of Shanghai is the world's busiest container port. ...read more.
Shanghai is one of the four municipalities under the direct administration of the central government of the People's Republic of China, the largest city in China by population, and the second most populous city proper in the world, with a population of 24.28 million as of 2019, it is the most populous urban area in China and the most populous city proper in the world. Shanghai is a global center for finance, research, technology, manufacturing, and transportation, and the Port of Shanghai is the world's busiest container port. ...read more. Circa 24,3 million people in 2017 (the largest city of the world)
6 Mumbai, India
Mumbai is the capital city of the Indian state of Maharashtra. Mumbai lies on the Konkan coast on the west coast of India and has a deep natural harbour. In 2008, Mumbai was named an alpha world city. It has the highest number of millionaires and billionaires among all cities in India. Mumbai is home to three UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the Elephanta Caves, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, and the city's distinctive ensemble of Victorian and Art Deco buildings.
Mumbai is the capital city of the Indian state of Maharashtra. Mumbai lies on the Konkan coast on the west coast of India and has a deep natural harbour. In 2008, Mumbai was named an alpha world city. It has the highest number of millionaires and billionaires among all cities in India. Mumbai is home to three UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the Elephanta Caves, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, and the city's distinctive ensemble of Victorian and Art Deco buildings. Circa 12,6 million people in 2017
7 Moscow, Russia
Circa 12,2 million people in 2017
8 Jakarta, Indonesia
Jakarta is the capital and largest city of Indonesia, situated on the northwestern coast of the island of Java. Known for its skyscrapers, modern infrastructure, and a myriad of shopping malls, the city serves as Indonesia's economic, political, and cultural hub. Due to its strategic location, Jakarta has a mix of multiple ethnicities and cultures, which is reflected in its cuisine, language, and festivals. Despite its rapid urbanization, Jakarta still retains pockets of traditional Indonesian culture, visible in areas like Kota Tua.
Jakarta is the capital and largest city of Indonesia, situated on the northwestern coast of the island of Java. Known for its skyscrapers, modern infrastructure, and a myriad of shopping malls, the city serves as Indonesia's economic, political, and cultural hub. Due to its strategic location, Jakarta has a mix of multiple ethnicities and cultures, which is reflected in its cuisine, language, and festivals. Despite its rapid urbanization, Jakarta still retains pockets of traditional Indonesian culture, visible in areas like Kota Tua. Circa 10,1 million people in 2017
9 Cairo, Egypt
Circa 10,3 million people in 2017
10 Sao Paulo, Brazil
Circa 12,1 million people in 2017
The Contenders
11 Lagos, Nigeria
Circa 13 Million people in 2017
12 Guangzhou, China
13 Shenzhen, China
14 Beijing, China
15 Mexico City, Mexico
Mexico City, or the City of Mexico, is the capital of Mexico and the most populous city in North America.
Mexico City, or the City of Mexico, is the capital of Mexico and the most populous city in North America.BAdd New Item