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Ajax
Ajax is located in West Virginia
Ajax
Ajax
Location in West Virginia
Country United States
State West Virginia
County Mingo
Elevation
646 ft (197 m)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
FIPS code 1553703

Ajax is a small, unique place located in Mingo County, West Virginia, United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a settled area that doesn't have its own local government like a city or town does.

Ajax was once called Himler. It got this name because it was started by the Himler Coal Company. This company built the community as a "company town."

What is a Company Town?

A company town is a place where a company builds homes, stores, and other facilities for its workers. The company often owns everything in the town. This was common in places where industries like coal mining were important.

Himler: A Coal Company Town

The Himler Coal Company created this town to house its coal miners. Life in a company town meant that the company provided jobs and housing. It also meant the company had a big influence on daily life.

Where is Ajax?

Ajax is located in the southwestern part of West Virginia. It's in Mingo County, which is known for its history with coal mining. The community sits at an elevation of about 646 feet (197 meters) above sea level.

Finding Ajax on a Map

You can find Ajax using its geographic coordinates. These are like an address for any spot on Earth. For Ajax, the coordinates are 37 degrees 48 minutes 9 seconds North and 82 degrees 18 minutes 17 seconds West.

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Ajax (Virginia Occidental) para niños

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