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What state is WV?

WV = West Virginia

WV is the official two-letter USPS postal abbreviation for West Virginia. The capital is Charleston, and West Virginia is in the South region. See the full West Virginia profile for borders, nickname, symbols, and map practice.

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Quick facts

Abbreviation
WV
Capital
Charleston
Region
South
Nickname
The Mountain State

Easy to confuse with

WA = Washington
Not WV
WI = Wisconsin
Not WV
WY = Wyoming
Not WV

FAQ

What state is WV?

WV is West Virginia.

Is WV West Virginia?

Yes. WV is the USPS postal abbreviation for West Virginia.

What is the capital of West Virginia?

The capital of West Virginia is Charleston.

Which states are easy to confuse with WV?

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