Chicago vs new york population

As of 2021, the estimated population of Chicago, Illinois is approximately 2.72 million people.

As of 2021, the estimated population of New York City, New York is approximately 8.42 million people.

So, New York City has a population that is about 3.1 times larger than Chicago.

Here's a breakdown of the population of both cities:

Chicago, Illinois:

• Total population: approximately 2,722,386 people
• Population density: approximately 11,800 people per square mile
• Metropolitan area population: approximately 9.5 million people

New York City, New York:

• Total population: approximately 8,420,527 people
• Population density: approximately 29,000 people per square mile
• Metropolitan area population: approximately 20.2 million people

It's worth noting that while New York City has a much larger population than Chicago, Chicago is still a major city with a significant economic and cultural impact in the United States.