Washington (state)

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Washington (state)

Name

Washington (state)

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Region / Subdivision

Summary

Washington state, located in the Pacific Northwest, distinguishes itself from Washington D.C. and honors George Washington. Its geography ranges from Pacific coastlines to the Cascade Mountains and fertile agricultural basins. Olympia serves as the capital, while Seattle is the largest city and economic hub.

Statistics

Area

184,827.00 km²

Population

7,705,281

Location