List of United States cities by area

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== List of United States cities by area ==

The List of United States cities by area ranks the cities in the United States by their total area, which includes both land and water areas. The total area of a city is an important metric for understanding its geographical size and urban sprawl.

Largest Cities by Total Area

The following is a list of the largest cities in the United States by total area:

1. Sitka, Alaska - 4,815.1 square miles
2. Wrangell, Alaska - 3,476.6 square miles
3. Juneau, Alaska - 3,254.7 square miles
4. Anchorage, Alaska - 1,946.7 square miles
5. Jacksonville, Florida - 874.5 square miles
6. Anaconda, Montana - 741.5 square miles
7. Butte, Montana - 716.2 square miles
8. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma - 620.3 square miles
9. Houston, Texas - 637.4 square miles
10. Phoenix, Arizona - 517.6 square miles

Notable Mentions

Several other cities are notable for their large total areas, including:

• Los Angeles, California
• San Antonio, Texas
• Nashville, Tennessee
• Indianapolis, Indiana
• Dallas, Texas

Factors Influencing City Area

The total area of a city can be influenced by several factors, including:

• Annexation of surrounding land
• Natural geographical features such as rivers and lakes
• Historical boundaries and city planning

Related Pages

• List of United States cities by population
• List of United States cities by population density
• List of United States metropolitan areas
• List of United States urban areas
• Geography of the United States

See Also

• List of largest cities in the United States by area
• List of United States cities by population
• List of United States cities by population density