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Beehive State · Capital: Salt Lake City · West (Mountain)
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Capital
Salt Lake City
Largest city
Salt Lake City
Population
1,5 million
Area rank
#13 of 50
Admitted
1896
Time zone
Mountain Time
Region
West
Letters
4
Bordering states: Idaho, Wyoming, Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona, Nevada.
4 fun facts about Utah
- The Great Salt Lake is so salty that you float effortlessly, saltier than the Pacific Ocean.
- Utah was settled in the 1840s by Mormon pioneers fleeing persecution, and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is still headquartered in Salt Lake City.
- Salt Lake City hosted the 2002 Winter Olympics and will host them again in 2034.
- Utah has the third-highest average elevation of any state, after Colorado and Wyoming.
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Frequently asked questions about Utah
Is Utah a US state?
Yes, Utah is one of the 50 US states. It was admitted to the Union in 1896, making it the 45th state. Its capital is Salt Lake City and its largest city is Salt Lake City.
What is the capital of Utah?
The capital of Utah is Salt Lake City.
When did Utah become a state?
Utah became a US state in 1896. It is the 45th state admitted to the Union.
What is the abbreviation for Utah?
The 2-letter USPS abbreviation for Utah is UT.
How big is Utah?
Utah ranks #13 of 50 US states by area, a mid-sized US state.
What is the population of Utah?
Utah has a population of 1 to 5 million.
What region is Utah in?
Utah is in the West region of the United States, per the US Census Bureau.
What time zone is Utah in?
Utah observes Mountain Time.
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