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List of Cities in New York: Area, Population and Cost of Living

how many cities are there in new york state of america

Located in the Northeastern United States, New York is currently the fourth-most populous state. The varied geography of the state makes it a point of attraction, both for the residents and tourists. They prefer to stay in this state to experience city life while getting a hint of countryside activities.

Keep reading this article for a complete overview of the biggest cities in New York.

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List of Cities in New York

New York currently has about 61 cities and 933 towns. Most of these places are popular, attracting residents for safe and peaceful neighbourhoods. Moreover, there are some beautiful tourist destinations in this state.

Find out more about the big cities in New York from the following tables:

Cities

Here is a list of the largest cities in New York:

Name of the City	Area	Population (Subject to Change)	Cost of Living (Without Rent)
New York City	1,223.59 km2	8,335,897	$1331 (One Person) / $4359 (Family of four)
Buffalo	135.92 km2	276,486	$841 (One Person) / $2771 (Family of four)
Rochester	96.27 km2	209,352	$785 (One Person) / $2480 (Family of four)
Yonkers	52.49 km2	208,121	$864 (One Person) / $2779 (Family of four)
Syracuse	66.41 km2	144,451	$835 (One Person) / $2807 (Family of four)
Albany	56.81 km2	100,826	$743 (One Person) / $2464 (Family of four)
New Rochelle	34.05 km2	82,288	$916 (One Person) / $3130 (Family of four)
Mount Vernon	11.42 km2	71,714	$916 (One Person) / $3130 (Family of four)
Schenectady	28.43 km2	68,809	$712 (One Person) / $2208 (Family of four)
Utica	43.97 km2	64,081	$731 (One Person) / $2266 (Family of four)
White Plains	25.54 km2	59,316	$918 (One Person) / $3346 (Family of four)
Troy	28.64 km2	50,895	$700 (One Person) / $2394 (Family of four)
Niagara Falls	43.58 km2	47,899	$760 (One Person) / $2343 (Family of four)
Binghamton	28.82 km2	46,954	$830 (One Person) / $2671 (Family of four)
Long Beach	10.09 km2	34,604	$840 (One Person) / $2817 (Family of four)
Poughkeepsie	14.81 km2	32,558	$915 (One Person) / $2845 (Family of four)
Ithaca	15.72 km2	32,109	$721 (One Person) / $2498 (Family of four)
North Tonawanda	28.22 km2	30,235	$780 (One Person) / $2501 (Family of four)
Saratoga Springs	74.78 km2	28,593	$1028 (One Person) / $3147 (Family of four)
Newburgh	12.39 km2	28,501	$911 (One Person) / $3136 (Family of four)

Towns

Now that you know the major cities in New York, here is a list of the top towns in this area:

Name of the Town	Area	Population (Subject to Change)	Cost of Living (Without Rent)
Brookhaven	1,376.68 km2	488,497	$878 (One Person) / $2796 (Family of four)
Oyster Bay	438.73 km2	297,942	$885 (One Person) / $2783 (Family of four)
Amherst	138.78 km2	130,543	$795 (One Person) / $2602 (Family of four)
Smithtown	288.64 km2	115,768	$897 (One Person) / $2891 (Family of four)
Ramapo	160.16 km2	151,244	$850 (One Person) / $2872 (Family of four)
Clarkstown	121.91 km2	86,185	$837 (One Person) / $2853 (Family of four)
Cheektowaga	76.39 km2	76,497	$797 (One Person) / $2398 (Family of four)
Hempstead	496.68 km2	58,331	$950 (One Person) / $3324 (Family of four)
Mount Pleasant	84.92 km2	44,881	$859 (One Person) / $3015 (Family of four)
Cortlandt	129.54 km2	41,373	$779 (One Person) / $2613 (Family of four)
Ossining	16.4 km2	38,846	$828 (One Person) / $2822 (Family of four)
Guilderland	152.26 km2	37,156	$740 (One Person) / $2398 (Family of four)
Eastchester	12.80 km2	33,638	$873 (One Person) / $2957 (Family of four)
Islip	422.10 km2	17,441	$989 (One Person) / $3097 (Family of four)
Babylon	295.78 km2	12,240	$725 (One Person) / $2436 (Family of four)

Disclaimer: The data provided for each city can vary according to the sources and is subject to change with time. The list is for general purposes and contains the names of the most popular cities in New York.`

Interesting Facts About the Cities in New York

Now that you have a better understanding of the largest cities in New York, it will be beneficial to know more about the place. Here are a few fun facts that will surprise you about the cities of New York:

New York City is the most linguistically diverse city worldwide. The residents speak more than 800 languages here. About 4 in 10 households speak at least one language other than English.
The famous Statue of Liberty was a gift from France in 1886 as a part of its centennial celebration. The item was shipped in 214 crates, and it took about four months to assemble all the parts.
The largest railway station in the world, Grand Central Terminal, is located in New York. Constructed in 1913, it has 44 platforms covering 48 acres of land.
Hyde Hall Bridge, located in Cooperstown, is the oldest documented covered bridge in the US. Built in 1825, it is one of the 21 historic covered bridges across the US.
New York is one of the top bird-watching cities in the US. Over 275 species of birds rest across the five boroughs, most of them flying around Central Park. Northern Cardinals, Eastern Screech Owls, and Blue Jays are some of the common ones.
New York is one of the top states with the biggest per capita tax burden across the US. It contributes almost 8% of the national GDP.

FAQs About List of Cities in New York

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How many cities are there in New York?

New York is a big state in the US, comprising about 61 cities and 933 towns. The cities stand out for their diversity and natural beauty.

Where is the Metropolitan Museum of Art located in New York?

The Metropolitan Museum of Art is located in New York City. It is currently the largest and most visited museum in the US.

Which is the cheapest city to live in New York?

Some of the cheapest cities in New York include Buffalo, Albany, Syracuse and Niagra Falls. However, the country itself is an expensive one, and even the cheapest cities can be difficult to afford without a steady income.

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