"North America's Largest City: A Surprising Truth Behind the Numbers As the world's most iconic metropolises, New York City and Mexico City are often compared and contrasted. But when it comes to sheer population, a surprising fact emerges: Mexico City is the largest city in North America, surpassing the Big Apple in numbers. With a sprawling metropolitan area of over 21 million people, Mexico City's massive population is a testament to its status as a global capital and economic powerhouse. But what drives this massive growth, and how does it compare to other megacities around the world?"
New York City may be the largest city by population in the United States but it's not the largest by population in North America. Do you know which one is?