WYWyoming
Equality State · Capital: Cheyenne · West (Mountain)
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Capital
Cheyenne
Largest city
Cheyenne
Population
Under 1 million
Area rank
#10 of 50
Admitted
1890
Time zone
Mountain Time
Region
West
Letters
7
Bordering states: Montana, South Dakota, Nebraska, Colorado, Utah, Idaho.
4 fun facts about Wyoming
- Wyoming was the first US state/territory to give women the right to vote (1869) — 50 years before the 19th Amendment.
- It's the least populous US state (~580k people, fewer than Washington DC).
- Yellowstone, the world's first national park, is mostly in Wyoming. The Grand Prismatic Spring there is bigger than a football field.
- The state has more pronghorn antelope than people.
Frequently asked questions about Wyoming
Is Wyoming a US state?
Yes, Wyoming is one of the 50 US states. It was admitted to the Union in 1890, making it the 44th state. Its capital is Cheyenne and its largest city is Cheyenne.
What is the capital of Wyoming?
The capital of Wyoming is Cheyenne.
When did Wyoming become a state?
Wyoming became a US state in 1890. It is the 44th state admitted to the Union.
What is the abbreviation for Wyoming?
The 2-letter USPS abbreviation for Wyoming is WY.
How big is Wyoming?
Wyoming ranks #10 of 50 US states by area — a mid-sized US state.
What is the population of Wyoming?
Wyoming has a population of under 1 million.
What region is Wyoming in?
Wyoming is in the West region of the United States, per the US Census Bureau.
What time zone is Wyoming in?
Wyoming observes Mountain Time.
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