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Neptune, West Virginia
Neptune, West Virginia is located in West Virginia
Neptune, West Virginia
Neptune, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Neptune, West Virginia is located in the United States
Neptune, West Virginia
Neptune, West Virginia
Location in the United States
Country United States
State West Virginia
County Jackson
Elevation
574 ft (175 m)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
GNIS ID 1549847

Neptune is a small place in Jackson County, West Virginia, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it does not have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it is managed by the county.

Where is Neptune?

Neptune is located in the state of West Virginia. This state is in the eastern part of the United States. It is part of Jackson County. The community sits at an elevation of about 574 feet (175 meters) above sea level.

Time Zone

People in Neptune follow the Eastern Time Zone. This is often called EST. During part of the year, they switch to EDT. This is known as Daylight Saving Time.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community is a group of homes or businesses. It is not officially organized as a city or town. It does not have its own mayor or city council. Services like roads and police are usually handled by the county government.

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