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West Virginia

Statehood Year:
1863
Capital:
Charleston
Largest Cities:
Charleston, Huntington, Morgantown
Abbreviation:
WV

West Virginia is a state in the Southeast region of the United States, known for the Appalachian Mountains, river valleys, and coal country. It has a population of 1,769,460, making it the 40th most populated state in the country. The capital city is Charleston. West Virginia has a energy-focused economy with growing tourism sector.

1,769,460
Total Population
73
Population Density (mi²)
40
Population Rank
-520 -0.03%
Annual Population Growth

West Virginia Population

Demographics

Economics and Income Statistics

Population by County

West Virginia County Populations

Sources

  1. US Census State Population Estimates - Most recent state estimates from the Census Bureau's Population Estimates Program
  2. US Census County Population Estimates - Most recent county estimates from the Census Bureau's Population Estimates Program
  3. American Community Survey (2009 - 2013)
  4. Census QuickFacts
  5. Historical Populations of States and Counties (1790 - 1990)