A debate is heating up online: What are the top four “major” cities in the U.S.?

Everyone seems to agree on the first three — New York City, Los Angeles, and Chicago. But the fourth? That’s where things get messy.

Some say it’s Dallas. Others argue for Houston, Atlanta, Miami, or San Francisco.

If you go by city population, Houston has the edge with 2.3 million people. Dallas sits at around 1.3 million. But when you consider metro areas, the numbers flip. The Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) metro has over 8.3 million people — more than Houston’s 7.7 million. Experts say DFW could even pass Chicago in total metro population by 2030.

Still, other cities deserve mention:

Atlanta – Known for its civil rights history, global brands, and the busiest airport in the U.S.

San Francisco – Small in lan

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