United States Map with Capitals

United States Map with Capitals

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The above US states and capitals map displays all 50 states along with their capitals, the national capital Washington D.C., state boundaries, and the international boundary with Alaska and Hawaii in inset.

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U.S. States with Capitals

The following list presents all 50 states of the United States along with their capitals.



S.N.U.S. StateCapital
1AlabamaMontgomery
2AlaskaJuneau
3ArizonaPhoenix
4ArkansasLittle Rock
5CaliforniaSacramento
6ColoradoDenver
7ConnecticutHartford
8DelawareDover
9FloridaTallahassee
10GeorgiaAtlanta
11HawaiiHonolulu
12IdahoBoise
13IllinoisSpringfield
14IndianaIndianapolis
15IowaDes Moines
16KansasTopeka
17KentuckyFrankfort
18LouisianaBaton Rouge
19MaineAugusta
20MarylandAnnapolis
21MassachusettsBoston
22MichiganLansing
23MinnesotaSaint Paul
24MississippiJackson
25MissouriJefferson City
26MontanaHelena
27NebraskaLincoln
28NevadaCarson City
29New HampshireConcord
30New JerseyTrenton
31New MexicoSanta Fe
32New YorkAlbany
33North CarolinaRaleigh
34North DakotaBismarck
35OhioColumbus
36OklahomaOklahoma City
37OregonSalem
38PennsylvaniaHarrisburg
39Rhode IslandProvidence
40South CarolinaColumbia
41South DakotaPierre
42TennesseeNashville
43TexasAustin
44UtahSalt Lake City
45VermontMontpelier
46VirginiaRichmond
47WashingtonOlympia
48West VirginiaCharleston
49WisconsinMadison
50WyomingCheyenne


Capitals of U.S. Insular Areas

Below is the list of capitals of the Insular Areas of the United States, which are not part of any of the 50 states or the District of Columbia.

S.N.Insular Area of the U.S.Capital
1American SamoaPago Pago
2GuamHagåtña
3Northern Mariana IslandsSaipan
4Puerto RicoSan Juan
5U.S. Virgin IslandsCharlotte Amalie


Neighboring Countries Sharing Land or Maritime Borders with the United States

S.N.Country NameDetail
1Canadaland and maritime borders
2Mexicoland and maritime borders
3Russiamaritime border in the Bering Strait
4The Bahamasmaritime border
5Cubamaritime border


About the United States

Comprising fifty states, a federal district, and a number of territories, the United States of America (USA) is a federal republic Covering around 9.8 million square kilometers (3.8 million square miles), with an anticipated 331 million people as of the 2020 census, it is the third-largest nation in the world by geographical area and population. Washington, D.C. is the capital; New York metropolis is the most populated metropolis and a main center of finance and culture.



Climate and geography

Mountains, plains, woods, and beaches along the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans define the great geographic expanse the United States covers. Among the several mountain ranges are the Sierra Nevada, the Appalachians, and the Rocky Mountains. Five main climate zones define the nation: tropical ( Florida, Hawaii), arid ( Southwest), temperate (Northeast, Midwest), continental (Great Plains), and polar (Alaska). One of the longest rivers in the world at 3,734 kilometers (2,320 miles), the Mississippi River is heavily used in trade and transportation.

Government and Histories

Following Britain's Declaration of Independence, July 4, 1776 saw the founding of the United States. Approved in 1787, the Constitution created an executive, legislative, and judicial branch system of government predicated on separation of powers. Head of state and government, the President oversees a bicameral Congress made of the Senate and House of Representatives who writes legislation. Constitutional questions are interpreted by the Supreme Court.

Budget

With a nominal GDP of about $26 trillion (as of 2023), the United States boasts the biggest economy in the world, making around 24% of the world GDP accounted for. Driven by technology, banking, healthcare, manufacturing, and agriculture, the nation has a quite varied economy. Leading worldwide companies including Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, and Tesla call it home. The world's main reserve currency is the U.S. dollar (USD), and Wall Street—based in New York City—is the biggest financial center in the world.

Statistics and Culture

Comprising a population with several ethnic and cultural backgrounds, the United States is among the most varied countries. Based on the 2020 census, White (57.8%), Hispanic/Latino (18.7%), Black/African American (12.1%), and Asian (5.9%). Major racial and ethnic groups also include With Hollywood serving as the epicenter of the film business, the nation leads worldwide in entertainment, music, literature, and theater. American life is in great part shaped by sports, including baseball, basketball, American football, and soccer.

Development and Innovation in Education

Among the top universities worldwide, the United States boasts Harvard, MIT, and Stanford among others. Leading artificial intelligence, space exploration (NASA), health, and renewable energy, it also drives scientific inquiry and technical innovation. Major technology center Silicon Valley in California hosts Google, Facebook, and Intel.

Military and World Impact

The U.S. keeps military sites all around and is a founding member of NATO with the highest defense expenditure in the world—over $800 billion in 2023. In international politics, diplomacy, and world security it is absolutely vital. Being a permanent member of the UN Security Council, the United States influences world economic policy and humanitarian projects.

Infrastructure and Transportation

With 4.1 million miles of roadways including the Interstate Highway System, the U.S. boasts one of the most advanced transportation systems. There are more than 13,000 airports there; Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is the busiest worldwide. Principal ports like Los Angeles and New York help to enable world trade.

History

The United States' past is one of discovery, revolution, growth, and development. Starting with the indigenous people who lived thousands of years in North America, colonial control, independence, civil strife, industrialization, and worldwide significance define the history of the country. Still today, the United States is a major player in technical, political, and economic progress.



Colonial Era (Before 1776) Pre-Colonial

Native American civilizations including the Puebloan people, the Iroquois Confederacy, and the Mississippian civilization predominated North America before European arrival. These cultures included sophisticated trading networks, governments, and complicated institutions. Norsemen under Leif Erikson first documented European discovery in 1000 AD; but, continuous contact started with the advent of Christopher Columbus in 1492. Along the East Coast, the British formed the Thirteen Colonies by the 17th century; the Spanish, French, and British founded colonies elsewhere.

Taxation without representation, limited trade policies, and British military presence set off tensions between Britain and the American colonies. Key events include the Boston Tea Party (1773) and the Boston Massacre (1770) sparked opposition that resulted in the American Revolution (1775–1783). Drafted mostly by Thomas Jefferson, the Declaration of Independence was accepted on July 4, 1776, thus divorcing from Britain.

The United States' formation (1783–1860)

Following its Treaty of Paris (1783) acquisition of independence, the United States set up its government under the Articles of Confederation, subsequently superseded by the U.S. Constitution (1787). George Washington was the first President starting in 1789. Establishing a stable economy, controlling geographical growth, and defining federal rather than state powers presented difficulties for the fledgling country. Whereas the War of 1812 confirmed U.S. sovereignty against Britain, the Louisiana Purchase (1803) increased U.S. territory. Early in the 19th century, industrialization, westward migration, and rising sectional conflicts over slavery were all around.

Civil War and Reconstruction (1861–1877)

Slavery developed into the American Civil War (1861–1865), which set the Union (North) against the Confederacy (South). Over 600,000 people died and Union triumph prevailed from the battle. The 13th Amendment (1865) was made possible by President Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation (1863), therefore eradishing slavery. Although the Reconstruction era sought to reintegrate formerly enslaved individuals into society and reconstruct the South, it ran against opposition that resulted in Jim Crow laws' segregation and disenfranchisement.

Global Influence and Industrialization: 1877–1945

Rapid industrial expansion, urbanization, and immigration accompanied late 19th and early 20th century growth. Following its triumph in the Spanish-American War (1898), the United States gained territory including Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines, so emerging as a worldwide force. The nation was vital in World War I (1917–1918) and later suffered the Great Depression (1929–1939), which under President Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal resulted in policy changes and economic difficulty. Following the attack on Pearl Harbor, the United States entered World War II (1941–1945), therefore helping to bring the Axis Powers under defeat and becoming a worldwide powerhouse.

Cold War; Civil Rights; Modern Era (1945–Present)

The Cold War (1947–1991) between the United States and the Soviet Union dominated the post-war era and shaped world politics with nuclear weapons races, the Korean War (1950–1953), the Vietnam War (1955–1975), and the space race producing the Apollo 11 moon landing (1969). Under leaders like Martin Luther King Jr., the Civil Rights Movement (1950s–1960s battled for racial equality, producing historic laws such the Civil Rights Act (1964) and Voting Rights Act (1965).

At the end of the Cold War (1991), the United States became the main worldwide power. Technical developments, globalization, and geopolitical concerns—including the 9/11 attacks (2001), the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, the 2008 financial crisis, and continuous political and social movements—have defined the 21st century. With developments in artificial intelligence, renewable energy, and space exploration reshining its future, the United States is still leading in innovation.

Geography

Comprising around 9.8 million square kilometers (3.8 million square miles), the United States is among the biggest and most geographically varied nations on Earth. After Russia and Canada, it is the third-largest nation by land area and boasts a great range of physical settings, weather, and ecosystems. Along with marine boundaries with Russia and the Bahamas, the United States shares land borders with Mexico to the south and Canada to the north. It is bounded from the east by the Atlantic Ocean; from the west by the Pacific Ocean; from the southeast by the Gulf of Mexico.



Topography and Major Landforms

From tall mountains to large plains and huge coastlines, the geography of the United States is distinguished by a varied spectrum of landforms. The nation consists of many separate geographical areas:



Big Rivers and Lakes

Among North America's longest and most important rivers are several found in the United States:



Weather patterns and climate

The immense size and geographical variety of the United States affect its climate, which differs significantly:



Common natural disasters found all throughout the nation are hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires, and blizzards. With Tornado Alley (encompassing Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Nebraska) most impacted area, the United States suffers more tornadoes than any other country.

Environmental Characteristics and Natural Resources

Natural resources abound in the United States: coal, natural gas, oil, and minerals among other things. With Texas, Alaska, and North Dakota among its major oil-producing states, the nation ranks among the top energy producers worldwide. Additionally heavily forested in the United States, especially in the Pacific Northwest and Appalachians, these areas support the wood business.

Still another crucial aspect of American geography is biodiversity. Established in 1872, Yellowstone National Park is the first national park in the world; it is followed by Yosemite National Park and the Everglades among over 400 national parks and protected areas in the nation. From arid deserts to temperate rainforests, these parks guard varied habitats.

Urban Geography and Population Distribution

With over 80% of its inhabitants residing in metropolitan regions, the United States is somewhat urban. The most populated cities comprise:



Particularly in the Great Plains, Alaska, and sections of the western U.S., great rural and remote places abound even with great urbanization.

Economy

Driven by a varied mix of sectors, technological developments, and consumer spending, the United States boasts the greatest economy in the world. At around $27 trillion as of 2024, the U.S. nominal GDP accounts for roughly 25% of the world GDP. Operating as a mixed-market system, the government's interventions and private businesses coexist to control and maintain economic growth. Reflecting the economic strength and worldwide financial significance of the United States, the dollar is still the main reserve currency used worldwide.



With about 68% of GDP accounted for, consumption drives most of the U.S. economy. Economic growth depends critically on household expenditure on goods and services including housing, healthcare, retail, technology, and transportation. As of early 2024, the labor market is still strong; the unemployment rate sits roughly at 3.7%. Comprising about 160 million individuals, the workforce is varied and includes areas such technology, healthcare, finance, and manufacturing creating millions of employment.

With big businesses like Apple, Microsoft, Google (Alphabet), Amazon, and Meta pushing innovation and worldwide market capitalization, the technology industry dominates force in the U.S. economy. Silicon Valley is still the worldwide center for technical innovation, thanks in great part to semiconductor manufacture, artificial intelligence, and software development, hence boosting GDP. The S&P 500 and NASDAQ hitting new highs in recent years has helped the sector drive stock market expansion as well.

Still a mainstay of the American economy, manufacturing accounts for roughly 11% of the GDP. Major contributors are the electronics, aerospace, and automotive sectors; businesses like Tesla, Boeing, and Intel dominate manufacture and innovation. Though offshore patterns in previous decades, contemporary regulatory actions as the CHIPS Act seek to revive domestic manufacturing, especially in semiconductor industry.

Driven mostly by Wall Street, the financial industry is vital for maintaining economic stability. Comprising the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and NASDAQ with a combined market value of around $40 trillion, the United States has the biggest stock exchanges in the world. Major banks such Citigroup, Bank of America, and JPMorgan Chase enable worldwide financial transactions, investments, and loans, thereby maintaining economic liquidity.

Another important factor is trade; the United States is among the top importers and exporters in the globe. With China, Canada, Mexico, and the European Union among the main trading partners, total U.S. trade in 2023 is expected to be over $5 trillions. While importing electronics, cars, and consumer products, the nation exports aircraft, machinery, medications, and oil. Trade accords such as the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) control economic interactions in North America so guaranteeing seamless cross-border trade.

Comprising about 18% of the GDP, the healthcare sector is a significant player in the economic scene. With annual healthcare spending of more than $4.5 trillion, the United States boasts the greatest worldwide total. While healthcare services use millions of experts across hospitals, clinics, and research facilities, major pharmaceutical and biotechnology corporations such Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson, and Moderna fuel medical innovation.

Another essential industry is energy generation; the United States is the top natural gas and oil producer worldwide. Every day the nation generates more than 12 million barrels of crude oil; Alaska, Texas, and North Dakota are important suppliers. Government subsidies and private investments have greatly raised the capacity of solar and wind energy, hence growing the renewable energy sector. Targeting a decrease in carbon emissions and energy independence, the Biden administration's Inflation Reduction Act has set billions of dollars for support of clean energy initiatives.

Although it makes around 5% of the GDP, agriculture is still a vital sector since it supplies food and raw goods both locally and outside. With major agricultural states like Iowa, Nebraska, and California leading output, the U.S. is among the top exporters of maize, soybeans, wheat, and meat. Advanced technology helps the sector by means of precision farming and genetically modified crops, therefore raising efficiency and yields.

With federal expenditures topping $6 trillion yearly, government spending is very important for the economy. Important sectors of expenditure are infrastructure, social security, Medicare, and defense. With the national debt over $34 trillion, continuous discussions on budgetary restrictions and fiscal policy have been spurred. Through monetary policy, which adjusts interest rates to control inflation—which stood at 3.1% in early 2024 after peaking at 9.1% in mid-2022—the Federal Reserve shapes economic stabilization.

Two important markers of economic well-being are inflation and pay increase. The Federal Reserve has raised interest rates in recent years under inflationary pressures brought on by supply chain interruptions, labor shortages, and geopolitical concerns. Higher borrowing rates have affected the housing market, as mortgage rates have surged beyond 6.5%, therefore slowing down new building projects and house sales. Still, the job sector has experienced steady pay increases, which enable households control of growing expenses.

Income inequality, climate change, and geopolitical uncertainty abound in the American economy. Although median household income is about $75,000, wealth disparity is still a major problem since the top 10% of earners own more than 70% of the wealth of the country. Aiming to solve economic inequalities, policy actions including social welfare programs and tax reforms are controversial in their efficacy.

Notwithstanding these difficulties, the U.S. economy keeps proving tenacity and adaptability. Strong consumer spending, technological innovation, and a dynamic labor market together help to set the nation for ongoing economic expansion. With continuous investments in digital transformation, clean energy, and infrastructure, the United States stays a global economic powerhouse influencing the direction of sectors and international trade.

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