According to a report conducted in 2024, New York City was the smartest city, scoring a motion index of 100. Additionally, Chicago ranked second with a score of 73.55
The idea behind smart cities first was analyzed by the US Community Analysis Bureau in the 1960s and 1970s. The concept has now evolved and analyzes various technologies' effects on urban living.
Top ten smart cities in the United Stated in 2024, by motion index score
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Cities were analyzed across nine metrics: human capital, social cohesion, economy, environment, governance, urban planning, international, outreach technology, and mobility.
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