Chicago’s impressive skyline has garnered much attention ever since the iconic Home Insurance Building was constructed in 1885, becoming widely recognized as the world’s first skyscraper. Today, Chicago ranks second in North America behind only New York City in the number of skyscrapers, defined as any building that reaches 150 meters.

A recent study of residential high-rises also ranks Chicago at the top. Chicago is home to seven of the United States’ 12 tallest residential buildings – more than any other U.S. city. Several high-profile Chicago buildings, including the Trump Tower, John Hancock Center and the 900 North Michigan building were rated high on the list.

A recent building boom in and around the Loop will only increase these impressive numbers in the future.

Learn more:
How Chicago invented the skyscraper
Live, Up in the Sky! (Chicago Magazine)