Pear, West Virginia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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Location in West Virginia
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Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Raleigh |
| Elevation | 2,874 ft (876 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS ID | 1742890 |
Pear is a small, unincorporated community located in Raleigh County, West Virginia, in the United States. It is a quiet place that got its unique name from an early resident.
What is Pear?
Pear is known as an unincorporated community. This means it is a place where people live, but it does not have its own local government. Unlike a city or town with a mayor and city council, an unincorporated community is usually managed by the larger county government.
Location of Pear
Pear is found in Raleigh County, which is in the state of West Virginia. West Virginia is located in the eastern part of the United States. The community sits at an elevation of about 2,874 feet (876 meters) above sea level.
How Pear Got Its Name
The community of Pear was named after an important early resident. A man named John Pear Buckland was an early postmaster in the area. He was given the honor of naming the community, and he chose to use his own middle name, "Pear."
