Coxs Mills, West Virginia facts for kids
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Coxs Mills, West Virginia
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 Coxs Mills, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Coxs Mills, West Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Gilmer |
| Elevation | 784 ft (239 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
26342
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| Area code(s) | 304 & 681 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1537762 |
Coxs Mills is a small, quiet place in Gilmer County, West Virginia, United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it is a group of homes and businesses that do not have their own local government, like a city or town does. Instead, it is part of the larger county.
Where is Coxs Mills?
Coxs Mills is located in the beautiful state of West Virginia. You can find it along West Virginia Route 47. It is about 7.5 miles (which is about 12 kilometers) north of a town called Glenville. This area is known for its natural beauty and quiet countryside.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community like Coxs Mills is a place where people live close together, but it is not officially a city or town. It does not have its own mayor or city council. Instead, the county government, in this case, Gilmer County, provides services like roads and law enforcement. Many small communities across the United States are unincorporated.
See also
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