# City Journal

> Premier urban-policy magazine with practical and theoretical articles on city life. (iPhone/iPad app by Manhattan Institute for Policy Research, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/city-journal/id420931366 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Manhattan Institute for Policy Research, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1356205507)
- Category: News, Business
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 795 App Store ratings · 21 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 72 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2011-03-23
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/city-journal/id420931366/reviews.md

## What is City Journal?

City Journal is the nation's premier urban-policy magazine, "the Bible of the new urbanism," as London's Daily Telegraph puts it. The magazine offers a stimulating mix of hard-headed practicality and cutting-edge theory, with articles on everything from public order and policing strategy, education policy, and social welfare to urban architecture, family policy, and the latest theorizing emanating from universities and law schools. 

Since urban policy encompasses almost all domestic-policy questions, as well as the largest issues of our culture and society, the magazine views its canvas as very broad indeed. City Journal holds itself to the highest intellectual, journalistic, and literary standards, aiming to produce absorbing reading for intelligent and discerning readers. The app includes all the articles of the print edition, including full-color illustrations, and much more.	

City Journal Pricing:
		• Subscription 1 Year - USD 9.99*
	  * For non-US app stores, the equivalent currency charges will apply.
	  Please note: App subscriptions do not include access to subscription-only content on our website.

	Additional Subscription Information:
	• Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase.
	• Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period.
	• Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal.
	• Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase.
	• No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period.

	Privacy Policy - https://bit.ly/2J5Ujfh
	Terms of Use - https://bit.ly/2J1YZqL
	• Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable.

## Key features

- Urban policy articles
- Public order and policing
- Education policy
- Urban architecture
- Social welfare
- Full-color illustrations

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| City Journal | $9.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Summer 2011 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Autumn 2011 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Winter 2012 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Spring 2012 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Summer 2012 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Autumn 2012 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Winter 2013 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Autumn 2015 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Autumn 2016 | $3.99 | one-time |
| City Journal Feed 35 | $3.99 | one-time |
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## Recent user reviews (10 of 21)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/city-journal/id420931366/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Mr.

*2026-01-14*

Best magazine in America.

### 5/5 — City Journal

*2024-08-01*

Articles that begin with facts, then develop a point of view based upon those facts but leave much intellectual space for the reader to form an independent opinion.

### 5/5 — I’ve been waiting decades for this.

*2024-04-20*

I  have been studying the Frankfurt School’s impact on our academic institutions and governments since the 1970’s . I had given up on attempting to alert the elected officials of 
the “ impending fruits” of the Frankfurt Schoolers and their ilk. 
Although I believe it may be “to little, too late” , Chris Rufo has  shown the energy and knowledge necessary to do incredible damage to their efforts.

### 5/5 — Great publication

*2024-02-13*

It’s always a pleasure to read City Journal, which has a superb collection of scholars and writers as contributors.

### 5/5 — Sayin voice in the wilderness.

*2023-04-30*

There are only a handful of smart, well researched and brave publications out there and this is one. And if you don’t like the article you’re reading, there’s always the cartoons.

### 5/5 — America’s Best

*2022-11-27*

For the news of the day and it’s interpretation few magazines cmpare

### 5/5 — Excellent

*2022-09-05*

Love the honest review of medical education today.

### 5/5 — Consistent Insight

*2022-04-22*

City Journal consistently illuminates reality in a way no other publication today has the courage for do.

### 4/5 — Fact-based thoughtful writing

*2022-03-19*

I discovered City Journal many years ago & was delighted to find in-depth analyses of the topics addressed. Objective thinking, in disregard of political motives or concerns. City Journal describes situations as they are, not how agenda-driven pols & others wish them to be. If you respect writers such as Thomas Sowell, I’m certain you’ll view City Journal in the same way.

### 5/5 — Awesome

*2021-05-13*

City

## Frequently asked questions about City Journal

### What is City Journal?

City Journal is a leading urban-policy magazine that provides a comprehensive mix of practical advice and cutting-edge theory. It covers a broad range of topics including public order, education policy, social welfare, and urban architecture, aiming to offer absorbing reading for intelligent readers.

### What kind of content can I find in the app?

The app includes all the articles from the print edition, complete with full-color illustrations. You can expect in-depth pieces on various aspects of urban policy, from policing strategies and education to social welfare and architectural trends.

### How much does City Journal cost?

A one-year subscription to City Journal costs USD 9.99. For non-US app stores, equivalent currency charges will apply. Please note that app subscriptions do not grant access to subscription-only content on the website.

### Can I manage my subscription?

Yes, subscriptions can be managed by the user. Auto-renewal can be turned off by going to your Account Settings after purchase. The subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period.

### What is the app's compatibility?

The provided description does not specify the exact compatibility details (e.g., iOS or Android versions). However, it is available on app stores, implying compatibility with standard mobile devices running those operating systems. Payment is handled through iTunes Account, suggesting iOS compatibility.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 30.0 — 2026-04-03

This release includes bug fixes and general stability improvements.

### 29.0 — 2025-06-20

This release includes bug fixes and general stability improvements.

### 28.0 — 2025-01-22

This release includes bug fixes and general stability improvements.

### 27.0 — 2023-09-18

This release includes bug fixes and general stability improvements.

### 26.0 — 2023-08-21

This release includes bug fixes and general stability improvements.

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