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What state is PA?

PA = Pennsylvania

PA is the official two-letter USPS postal abbreviation for Pennsylvania. The capital is Harrisburg, and Pennsylvania is in the Northeast region. See the full Pennsylvania profile for borders, nickname, symbols, and map practice.

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Quick facts

Abbreviation
PA
Capital
Harrisburg
Region
Northeast
Nickname
The Keystone State

Easy to confuse with

NJ = New Jersey
Not PA
NY = New York
Not PA
MD = Maryland
Not PA
OH = Ohio
Not PA

FAQ

What state is PA?

PA is Pennsylvania.

Is PA Pennsylvania?

Yes. PA is the USPS postal abbreviation for Pennsylvania.

What is the capital of Pennsylvania?

The capital of Pennsylvania is Harrisburg.

Which states are easy to confuse with PA?

Watch for codes like NJ, NY, MD, OH when you see PA.