New York vs Los Angeles 2026: Which City Is Better to Live In?

New York is the world's most electric city — dense, walkable, transit-connected, with unmatched culture and career density. Los Angeles offers more space, better weather, lower (though still high) cost of living, and a car-centric lifestyle with outdoor access year-round. The right choice depends almost entirely on what you value: urban intensity vs. sprawling quality of life.