25 Most Beautiful City Skylines in the U.S., Ranked by GDP
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A city’s majestic skyline may draw us in with its beauty and energy, but the first glance is only skin deep. These city skylines are not only some of the most majestic in the country. The cities, themselves, all have something wonderful to offer prospective residents.
If you’re looking to relocate, one or more of the cities on the list may have something you’re looking for when it comes to work-life balance.
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25. Charleston Skyline
Population: 156,255
GDP: $46 billion
Bottom Line: Charleston
Once the fourth-largest city in colonial America, Charleston, South Carolina, is home to the first museum, public college and playhouse in the country. While not laden with skyscrapers, Charleston is uniquely pretty and inviting.
Today, its size is eclipsed by bigger places like New York and Los Angeles, but Charleston is home to employers in the aerospace, automotive, IT, defense, energy, engineering, and life sciences sectors.
Joint Base Charleston (the Air Force base) has the most employees in the area, with more than 22,000 workers. The Medical University of South Carolina employs 13,000 people.
While Boeing’s headquarters are in Chicago, its Charleston plant employs about 7,000 people.
Where to stay: Charleston Marriott
Book flights: To Charleston
Rent a car: In Charleston
24. Honolulu Skyline
Population: 353,706
GDP: $69 billion
Bottom Line: Honolulu
The sheer beauty of Hawaii (and Honolulu’s skyline) is unmatched, which is why tourism continues to be one of the biggest industries for this state.
Defense, agriculture and fishing also drive the state’s economy. Aloha Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and American Savings Bank are just a few businesses operating out of Honolulu.
Where to stay: Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
Book flights: To Honolulu
Rent a car: In Honolulu