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Effie
Effie is located in West Virginia
Effie
Effie
Location in West Virginia
Effie is located in the United States
Effie
Effie
Location in the United States
Country United States
State West Virginia
County Wayne
Elevation
692 ft (211 m)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
GNIS ID 1554375

Effie is a small, quiet place in Wayne County, West Virginia, United States. It's known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a neighborhood or settlement that doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's usually managed by the county government.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community like Effie is a group of homes and maybe a few businesses. These places are not officially part of a city or town. They don't have their own mayor or city council. Instead, the larger county government takes care of services like roads and public safety.

Where is Effie Located?

Effie is found in the state of West Virginia, which is in the eastern part of the United States. More specifically, it's in Wayne County. This area is known for its beautiful hills and natural landscapes.

Fun Facts About Effie's Location

  • Effie is located at an elevation of about 692 feet (211 meters) above sea level. This means it's quite a bit higher than places right next to the ocean.
  • The community is in the Eastern Time Zone. This is the same time zone as big cities like New York City. During summer, they observe Daylight Saving Time, which means clocks move forward one hour.
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