For almost half a century, New York City held the title for the world’s tallest building. Between 1931 and 1972, the iconic Empire State Building remained the highest — standing at 1,454 feet tall.

This aerial view showcases New York City’s dense skyline with its tallest skyscrapers rising above the urban grid. Iconic towers stretch across Manhattan creating a layered cityscape that highlights ...

We ranked the highest buildings in all 50 states. The tallest building is 15 times larger than the smallest. While tall buildings are concentrated in the larger cities in the US, every state has its ...