Providence, West Virginia facts for kids
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Providence, West Virginia
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 Providence, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Providence, West Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Jackson |
| Elevation | 640 ft (200 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS ID | 1555420 |
Providence is a small place located in Jackson County, West Virginia, in the United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community."
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place that has a name and people living there, but it doesn't have its own official local government. This means it's not a city or a town with its own mayor or city council.
How are Unincorporated Communities Managed?
Instead of having its own government, an unincorporated community is usually managed by the larger county it's part of. For Providence, this means Jackson County handles things like roads, police, and other services.
Life in Providence
Providence is in the state of West Virginia. It is located at an elevation of about 640 feet (195 meters) above sea level. People in Providence use the Eastern Time Zone, just like many other places on the East Coast of the U.S.
