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What state is WA?

WA = Washington

WA is the official two-letter USPS postal abbreviation for Washington. The capital is Olympia, and Washington is in the West region. See the full Washington profile for borders, nickname, symbols, and map practice.

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Quick facts

Abbreviation
WA
Capital
Olympia
Region
West
Nickname
The Evergreen State

Easy to confuse with

WV = West Virginia
Not WA
WI = Wisconsin
Not WA
WY = Wyoming
Not WA

FAQ

What state is WA?

WA is Washington.

Is WA Washington?

Yes. WA is the USPS postal abbreviation for Washington.

What is the capital of Washington?

The capital of Washington is Olympia.

Which states are easy to confuse with WA?

Watch for codes like WV, WI, WY when you see WA.