Below is the list of the Top 12 Tallest Building in the US. This list is curated based on various factors like build year, building architect, build cost and many interesting facts about the top 12 tallest buildings in the US.
The USA is known as the hub of skyscrapers since the first one was built in Chicago in 1885. The Home Insurance Building is the first skyscraper in the USA. It is also considered the world’s first skyscraper.
Among the tallest skyscrapers in the world, are banks, some are monuments, residential buildings, tourism sites, business hubs, etc. There are a lot of buildings under construction and proposed in New York and Chicago.
12 Tallest Building in The US
1. One World Trade Center
| Height | 541 Meter |
| Location | New York, US |
| Status | Completed |
| Architect | David Childs |
| Floor Count | 94 (+5 Below Ground) (28 Mechanical) |
| Type | Office / Observation |
| Architecture Style | Contemporary Modern |
| Cost | $3.9 Billion |
One World Trade Center
It is one of the tallest building in the US located in the western hemisphere, and it is an iconic landmark of New York. This 1776 feet tall building is also known as ‘One World Trade Center’ or ‘Freedom tower’. Freedom Tower is also considered one of the main buildings of the new World Trade Center.
This tallest building in New York is located in the lower manhattan area. This skyscraper was opened on 3 November 2014, mainly used for offices. On May 29, 2015, with the opening of One World Observatory, it is now also used for observation purposes and tourism.
It is estimated that US$3.9 Billion is spent on the construction of the One World Trade Center. With 94(+5 below ground) Floors, it covers around 3,501,274 sq ft (325,279 m2) Floor area and has 73 lifts/ elevators made by ThyssenKrupp.
On 26 March 2009, it was officially confirmed that Tower will be known as ‘One World Trade Center ‘ instead of ‘ Freedom Tower’.
2. Central Park Tower
Description
| Height | 472 Meter |
| Location | West 57th Street Manhattan, New York City |
| Status | Completed |
| Architect | Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture |
| Floor Count | 98 |
| Type | Residential, Retail |
| Artichetical style | Modern |
| Cost | US$ 3 Billion |
| Website link | https://centralparktower.com/ |
Central Park Tower
Central Park Tower is a skyscraper with around 1,550 ft (472 m) Height. It is located at 225 West 57th Street, Manhattan, New York City. It is a super tall residential complex and currently the second tallest building in New York, United States.
Central Park Tower is the 14th tallest building in the world. That’s why I include this building in my list of the tallest building in the US. This building is also known as the ‘Nordstrom Tower‘. With 98 Floors, it covers around 1,285,308 square feet (119,409.0 m2). During the construction of the Tower, a lot of controversial things happened including the death of the security guard.
On 18 December 2019, Ice falling from the Tower injured a pedestrian. After resolving all the issues, the Tower was finally opened in July 2021.
3. Willis Tower
Description
| Height | 442 Meter |
| Location | Chicago, United States |
| Status | Completed |
| Architect | Skidmore, Owings, and Merrill Bruce Graham |
| Floor count | 108 |
| Type | Office, Observation, Communication |
| Architecture Style | International |
| Owner | Blackstone Group |
Willis Tower
Willis Tower is the tallest building in the US with a height of 1,450 feet (442.1 m). This skyscraper is located at 233 S. Wacker Drive Chicago, Illinois, 60606, United States. It was completed in 1974 and was the tallest building in the world for around 25 years until the World Trade Center surpassed it in 2013.
It is also known as Sears Tower. With around 108 (+3 basement floors), it covers around
4,477,800 sq ft (416,000 m2) Floor area. Willis Tower is an office complex but is also used for observational and communication purposes.
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4. 111 West 57th Street
Description
| Height | 435 Meter |
| Location | New York, United States |
| Status | Completed |
| Architect | SHoP Architects (Steinway Hall Conversion; Residential Tower) Warren and Wetmore (Steinway Hall) |
| Floor Count | 84 |
| Type | Residential |
| Cost | $ 2 Billion |
| Official Website | http://111w57.com/ |
111 West 57th Street
This 1428ft ( 435m) building is located in Manhattan, New York, United States. The construction of this building was completed in 2021 along with a residential tower. With 84 floors, it covers around 572,348 sq ft ( 53,172.9m2) Floor area. This skyscraper is used for residential purposes.
111 West 57th Street contains Steinway Hall. Steinway Hall is a former store and recital hall for Steinway and sons. This tallest building in the US is also known as Steinway Tower. This skyscraper serves as a store, recital Hall, and office building.
5. One Vanderbilt Place
| Height | 427 Meter |
| Location | New York, United States |
| Status | Completed |
| Architect | Kohn Pedersen Fox |
| Floor Count | 93 |
| Type | Office Building |
| Cost | $3.31 Billion |
| Opened | 14 September 2020 |
One Vanderbilt Palace
One Vanderbilt is located in Midtown Manhattan. It is a 93-floor long skyscraper with around 42 lifts/elevators. One Vanderbilt is the fourth tallest building in the city with 1,301 feet in height.
The Tower of the building tapers as it rises and has a pinnacle above. Most of the space in the skyscraper is dedicated to Office work and some are for observation. It is estimated that the budget required for the building was around $ 3.31 Billion.
Considered the second tallest building in the city after One World Trade Center and is the 26th tallest building in the world. It has a 1,750,212sq ft Floor area. Kohn Pedersen Fox is the architect of this tallest building in the US. One Vanderbilt was opened in September 2020.
6. 432 Park Avenue
| Height | 426 Meter |
| Location | New York, United States |
| Status | Completed |
| Architect | Rafael Viñoly and SLCE Architects, LLP |
| Floor Count | 85 (+3 Ground) |
| Type | Residential |
| Cost | US $1.25 Billion |
| Architecture Style | Contemporary |
432 Park Avenue
The 1,396ft ( 425.5m) is located at 432 Park Avenue Manhattan, New York. The construction of this building was completed on 23 December 2015. With 85 (+3 below ground) Floors, it has 412,637 square feet ( 38,335m2) Floor area.
432 Park Avenue has 10 lifts/ elevators and is of Contemporary architecture style. The distance between the core of the Tower and the exterior is 27 feet. 432 Park Avenue is considered the 5th tallest skyscraper in New York City and the 6th tallest building in the US.
It is the third-largest residential building in the world. It is a residential tower and serves as a residence for ultra-wealthy people.
7. Trump International Hotel & Tower
| Height | 423 Meter |
| Location | Chicago |
| Status | Completed |
| Architect | Costas Kondylis |
| Floor Count | 72 |
| Type | Residential |
| Cost | $847 Million |
| Architecture Style | Modern |
Trump International Hotel
Located in Chicago, the Trump hotel and towers are 1,388 feet long. The building is in the name of Donald Trump. The people behind the architecture of this building are Adrian Smith, Skidmore, Owings, and Merrill. The architectural style of the building is Modern.
The construction of the Trump International Hotel was completed in 2009. With 98 floors, it covers a 2.6 Million square feet area. Trump International Hotel is present across the Chicago River in the city’s busiest district.
It also has one of the seven four-star restaurants in the city. One of the tribune reporters wrote and praised the hotel for its ” Contemporary look, distinguished by stunning views.
8. 30 Hudson Yards
| Height | 387 Meter |
| Location | New York, United States |
| Status | Completed |
| Architect | Kohn Pedersen Fox (Architect & Master Planner) |
| Floor Count | 103 |
| Type | Office, Observation Retail |
| Architecture Style | Neo Futurism |
| Alternative Names | Manhattan Tower, Hudson Yards North Tower |
30 Hudson Yards
Constructed in Neo-futurism style, this Tower is located at 500 West 33rd Street Manhattan, New York. With 103 floors, it covers a 2,600,000 square feet Floor area. It has around 59 lifts and elevators. The architect and master planner of this skyscraper is Kohn Pedersen Fox.
At present, In New York City is the sixth tallest building. It contains a bar, event space, and a triangular observation deck. Along with these highlights, it also has a fitness center, cafeteria, cinema, and two-level auditorium.
Construction of 30 Hudson Yards started in October 2014 and was finally opened on the 15th of March 2019.
9. Empire State Building
| Height | 381 Meter |
| Location | New York, United States |
| Status | Completed |
| Architect | Shreve, Lamb, and Harmon |
| Floor Count | 102 |
| Type | Office Building, Observation Decks |
| Cost | $ 572 Million |
| Architecture Style | Art Deco |
Empire State Building
This 1,454 ft building is located at 350 Fifth Avenue Manhattan, New York 10118. The name given to the building is the nickname of New York City, ‘ the Empire State ‘. It is the 49th tallest building in the world and the ninth tallest building in the US.
The Empire State has 73 lifts/elevators, and 102 floors covering a 2,248,355 sq ft area of Floor. It is owned by the Empire State realty trust.
Construction of the Empire State was started on 17 March 1930 and was completed on 11 April 1931. It was officially opened on May 1, 1931. It has an Arch deco architecture style and was ranked on the American Institute of Architects list of America’s Favorite Architecture.
10. Bank of America
| Height | 366 Meter |
| Location | New York, United States |
| Status | Completed |
| Headquarters | North Carolina |
| Website | https://www.bankofamerica.com/ |
| Founder | Amadeo Giannini |
| Type | Public Company |
| Industry | Financial Services |
Bank of America
Bank of America holds two records one for the second-largest banking institution in the United States and the second for one of from tallest building in the US. The Bank of America is known as the eighth-largest bank in the world. This bank headquarters is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. It is a 366m long investment bank and financial services company that was founded in San Francisco.
The estimated revenue of this bank is around US$89.11 Billion (2021).
11. St. Regis Chicago
| Height | 363 Meter |
| Location | Chicago |
| Status | Completed |
| Architect | Studio Gang Architects |
| Floor Count | 101 |
| Type | Residential / Hotel |
| Alternative names | Vista Tower, Wanda Vista Tower |
St. Regis Chicago
This tallest building in the US has 101 floors. This skyscraper is located at 363 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois, United States.
It is estimated that it covers around 1,414,000 sq ft ( 131,400m2). It is also known as Wanda Vista Tower.
St. Regis is the world’s tallest skyscraper designed by a woman. It is estimated that the cost required to build was around $1 Billion. Three interconnected towers make its structure unique. The construction of this skyscraper started in 2016 and was completed in 2020.
12. Aon Centre
Description
| Height | 346 Meter |
| Location | Chicago |
| Status | Completed |
| Floor Count | 83+5 |
| Architect | Edward Durell Stone |
| Type | Office |
| Architect style | Modern |
| Cost | $120 Million |
Aon Centre
Aon Centre is the tallest skyscraper located at 200E Randolph St. Chicago, Illinois, 60601, United States. The architect behind this tallest building in the US is Edward Durell Stone, they used a modern style to make this huge building. This skyscraper is owned by Mark Karasick Victor Gerstein.
With around 83 floors, it covers 3,599,968sq ft of Floor. The construction of this skyscraper started in 1970. It was completed and opened in 1973. It is considered the fourth tallest building in Chicago.
