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[edit | edit source]

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[edit | edit source]

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

Factors Influencing City Area[edit | edit source]

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

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See Also[edit | edit source]

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