West Virginia
West Virginia is a state in the Appalacian region of the United States. It is bordered by Pennsylvania to the northeast, Maryland to the northeast, Virginia to the southeast, Kentucky to the southwest, and Ohio to the northwest. The capital and largest city is Charleston.
It is known for its mountains and the associated coal mining and logging industries.
Founding Date
1861
Alternative Name(s)
The Mountain State
Type
State
Population
1,795,045
Inhabitant Demonym
West Virginian
Included Locations
Owning Organization