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McKim
McKim is located in West Virginia
McKim
McKim
Location in West Virginia
McKim is located in the United States
McKim
McKim
Location in the United States
Country United States
State West Virginia
County Tyler
Elevation
830 ft (250 m)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
GNIS ID 1549814

McKim is a small, unincorporated community located in Tyler County, West Virginia, in the United States. An unincorporated community is a place that doesn't have its own local government, like a city or town council. Instead, it's usually governed by the larger county it's part of.

McKim is situated right along a stream called McKim Creek. While it is a recognized community, its local post office is no longer open.

Where is McKim Located?

McKim is found in the state of West Virginia. This state is known for its beautiful mountains and forests.

Tyler County Details

The community of McKim is specifically located within Tyler County. This county is in the northwestern part of West Virginia.

Geographic Coordinates

You can find McKim on a map using its geographic coordinates: 39 degrees, 22 minutes, 48 seconds North latitude and 80 degrees, 57 minutes, 38 seconds West longitude. This helps pinpoint its exact spot on Earth.

Elevation and Time Zone

McKim sits at an elevation of about 830 feet (or 253 meters) above sea level. The community is in the Eastern Time Zone, which means it observes Eastern Standard Time (EST) for most of the year and Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) during the warmer months.

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