A city differs from a town by size, population density, importance, or legal status. Cities typically consist of residential, industrial, business areas and administrative functions. Cities can be coastal or river-based, often with water transportation advantages
A city is a permanent, densely populated place with administrative boundaries. Cities typically have extensive systems for housing, transportation, and utilities. More than half of the world's population now lives in cities. Cities cover about 3% of Earth's land surface
Israel has 73 designated city councils by the Ministry of Interior. Cities are granted when population exceeds 20,000. Israel has 16 cities with populations over 100,000
Founded in 1718 by French colonists as La Nouvelle-Orléans. Became territorial capital of French Louisiana before US acquisition in 1803. Known as "Crescent City" due to Mississippi River course. Hosted largest slave rebellion in US history in 1811
Megacities are cities with populations exceeding 10 million people. UN DESA identified 33 megacities in 2018, according to various sources. China and India lead in megacity populations. Tokyo Area is considered largest megacity globally
Ten metros have populations over a million people. More than half of cities are in Sunbelt region. South has 10 of 15 fastest-growing cities