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There are 50 states in the United States of America (USA). The USA is the 4th largest country in the world. The capital of the United States is Washington D.C. The mainland of USA has 48 states, while the states of Alaska and Hawaii are situated away from the mainland.
List of 50 US States and Their Capitals
The list of 50 US states and their capitals in brackets are given in the below table.
| Wyoming (Cheyenne) | Wisconsin (Madison) | West Virginia (Charleston) | Washington (Olympia) | Virginia (Richmond) |
| Vermont (Montpelier) | Utah (Salt Lake City) | Texas (Austin) | Tennessee (Nashville) | South Dakota (Pierre) |
| South Carolina (Columbia) | Rhode Island (Providence) | Pennsylvania (Harrisburg) | Oregon (Salem) | Oklahoma (Oklahoma City) |
| Ohio (Columbus) | North Dakota (Bismarck) | North Carolina (Rayleigh) | New York (Albany) | New Mexico (Santa Fe) |
| New Jersey (Trenton) | New Hampshire (Concord) | Nevada (Carson City) | Nebraska (Lincoln) | Montana (Helena) |
| Missouri (Jefferson City) | Mississippi (Jackson) | Minnesota (Saint Paul) | Michigan (Lansing) | Massachusetts (Boston) |
| Maryland (Annapolis) | Maine (Augusta) | Louisiana (Baton Rouge) | Kentucky (Frankfort) | Kansas (Topeka) |
| Iowa (Des Moines) | Indiana (Indianapolis) | Illinois (Springfield) | Idaho (Boise) | Hawaii (Honolulu) |
| Georgia (Atlanta) | Florida (Tallahassee) | Delaware (Dover) | Connecticut (Hartford) | Colorado (Denver) |
| California (Sacramento) | Arkansas (Little Rock) | Arizona (Phoenix) | Alaska (Juneau) | Alabama (Montgomery) |
Map of The USA | Image Courtesy: geology.com
Facts about The USA
- New York is the financial capital of the USA and also the most populous city.
- Washington D.C is the capital of the USA.
- The United States of America shares boundaries with Mexico in the South and Canada in the North.
- The USA's total area (land + water) is 9,372,610 sq kms.
- The country is home to the best institutes in the world namely: Harvard University, MIT, Stanford University, University of California Berkeley, Columbia University to name a few.
- The United States is the world leader in Finance, Technology and Military.
- NASA, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, is responsible for the U.S. space program
- It is home to many iconic landmarks, including the Statue of Liberty, the Grand Canyon, the White House, and the Golden Gate Bridge.
- The United States is known for its contributions to popular culture, including Hollywood films, music genres like jazz and rock 'n' roll, and the invention of various technological advancements.
- American football, baseball, and basketball are among the most popular sports in the United States.
- The country was on the winning side of the first two world wars: world war 1 and 2.
- The USA is one of the founding members of UNO, International Monetary Fund (IMF), the World Bank, North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) and many other international institutions.
- The first atomic bomb (nuclear weapon) was built by the USA with the support of the United Kingdom and Canada.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Ques. What is the capital of the United States?
Ans. The capital of the United States is Washington, D.C.
Ques. How many states are there in the United States?
Ans. There are 50 states in the United States.
Ques. What is the largest city in the United States?
Ans. The largest city in the United States is New York City.
Ques. What is the official language of the United States?
Ans. The United States does not have an official language at the federal level, but English is the most widely spoken language.
Ques. What is the currency of the United States?
Ans. The currency of the United States is the United States Dollar (USD).
Ques. Who is the current President of the United States?
Ans. The current President of the United States is Joe Biden (as of September 2021). Please note that the presidency can change over time.
Ques. What are some famous landmarks in the United States?
Ans. Some famous landmarks in the United States include the Statue of Liberty, the Grand Canyon, the White House, the Golden Gate Bridge, Mount Rushmore, and the Empire State Building.
Ques. What are the branches of the U.S. government?
Ans. The U.S. government is divided into three branches: the executive branch (headed by the President), the legislative branch (consisting of Congress), and the judicial branch (including the Supreme Court).
Ques. What are some major industries in the United States?
Ans. The United States has a diverse range of industries, including technology, finance, manufacturing, entertainment, healthcare, and agriculture.
Ques. What are some popular sports in the United States?
Ans. Popular sports in the United States include American football, basketball, baseball, soccer, and ice hockey.
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