| Rank | City | 1890 Population | Growth Rate (Annual) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Philadelphia | 1,046,964 | 2.1% |
| 2 | Pittsburgh | 238,617 | 4.3% |
| 3 | Allegheny | 105,287 | 3.0% |
| 4 | Scranton | 75,215 | 5.1% |
| 5 | Reading | 58,661 | 3.1% |
| 6 | Erie | 40,634 | 3.9% |
| 7 | Harrisburg | 39,385 | – |
| 8 | Wilkes-Barre | 37,718 | 4.9% |
| 9 | Lancaster | 32,011 | 2.2% |
In 1890, the largest city in Pennsylvania was Philadelphia, with a population of 1,046,964. The second largest city is Pittsburgh, with a population of 238,617.
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