What's in the list
Over 400 real US cities and towns: every state capital, the largest cities in each state and well-known smaller places like Sedona, Bar Harbor and Key West. Each result shows its state and US Census region, so you can filter as broadly or narrowly as you need.
Want a whole state instead? The Random State Generator picks from all 50 states with capitals and nicknames.
Ideas for a random city
Road trip roulette
Filter by your region and let the generator pick this weekend's destination.
Geography practice
Generate five cities and find them on a blank map, or name their state before revealing it.
Story settings
Set your next story in a city you've never visited and research its streets and history.
Trivia nights
Turn on “State capitals only” for a quick capitals quiz.
Frequently asked questions
Are these real cities?
Yes. Every result is a real US city or town, listed with its state.
Can I pick a city in a specific state?
Yes. Choose a state from the State menu. If you also pick a region, the state must be in that region.
Does it include ZIP codes or addresses?
No. It picks city names only, which keeps it fast and avoids generating addresses that could belong to real people.
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