This article was last updated and fact checked on December 11, 2022 by Mani Karthik.
So, you’re new to the USA and are learning about which state is where and what they’re called. Worry not. In this guide for first-timers and immigrants to the USA, we’ll share everything you need to know about the USA and the states.
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USA Map with States
How many states are there in the USA?
There are 50 states in the United States of America.
Which are the states in USA and what are their abbreviations?
Here is a list of all the states in USA with their abbreviations.
- AL – Alabama
- AK – Alaska
- AZ – Arizona
- AR – Arkansas
- CA – California
- CO – Colorado
- CT – Connecticut
- DE – Delaware
- FL – Florida
- GA – Georgia
- HI – Hawaii
- ID – Idaho
- IL – Illinois
- IN – Indiana
- IA – Iowa
- KS – Kansas
- KY – Kentucky
- LA – Louisiana
- ME – Maine
- MD – Maryland
- MA – Massachusetts
- MI – Michigan
- MN – Minnesota
- MS – Mississippi
- MO – Missouri
- MT – Montana
- NE – Nebraska
- NV – Nevada
- NH – New Hampshire
- NJ – New Jersey
- NM – New Mexico
- NY – New York
- NC – North Carolina
- ND – North Dakota
- OH – Ohio
- OK – Oklahoma
- OR – Oregon
- PA – Pennsylvania
- RI – Rhode Island
- SC – South Carolina
- SD – South Dakota
- TN – Tennessee
- TX – Texas
- UT – Utah
- VT – Vermont
- VA – Virginia
- WA – Washington
- WV – West Virginia
- WI – Wisconsin
- WY – Wyoming
What is the best state to live in USA?
There is no one “best” state to live in the United States. Different people have different preferences for what they consider to be the most important factors in a state, such as climate, geography, economy, culture, and so forth.
Which US state has the cheapest cost of living?
There is no definitive answer to this question as it can vary depending on individual circumstances. However, some states that are typically considered to have a relatively low cost of living include Arkansas, Kentucky, Mississippi, and West Virginia.
Which state in USA has the largest desi population?
There is no definitive answer to this question as the population of Desi people in the United States is constantly changing and growing. However, some estimates suggest that California has the largest Desi population, followed by New York, Texas, and Illinois.
Which state in USA is popular among Non Resident Indians?
Non Resident Indians (NRIs) may have different reasons for choosing to live in different states within the USA. However, some states that may be popular among NRIs include California, New York, Texas, Illinois, and New Jersey.
What is the most populated state in the USA?
The most populated state in the USA is California.
What is the least populated state in the USA?
The least populated state in the USA is Wyoming.