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Pepper, West Virginia
Pepper, West Virginia is located in West Virginia
Pepper, West Virginia
Pepper, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Pepper, West Virginia is located in the United States
Pepper, West Virginia
Pepper, West Virginia
Location in the United States
Country  United States
State  West Virginia
County Barbour
Elevation
349 m (1,145 ft)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
Area code(s) 304 & 681
GNIS feature ID 1555326

Pepper is a small place located in Barbour County, West Virginia, in the United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and people living together, but it does not have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it is managed by the larger county it is part of.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community is a settlement that is not officially organized as a city or town. It does not have its own mayor or city council. Instead, the local services, like roads and police, are usually provided by the county government. Pepper is one such community in West Virginia.

Where is Pepper Located?

Pepper is found in the state of West Virginia. It is specifically located in Barbour County. This community is about 6.5 miles (or 10.5 kilometers) west-northwest of a town called Philippi. Its elevation is about 1,145 feet above sea level.

Barbour County and West Virginia

Pepper is part of Barbour County, which is in the north-central part of West Virginia. West Virginia is a state known for its beautiful mountains and forests. It is often called the "Mountain State." Barbour County, like Pepper, is a rural area with a lot of natural beauty.

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