Rock, West Virginia facts for kids
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Rock, West Virginia
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 Rock, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Rock, West Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Mercer |
| Elevation | 2,178 ft (664 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
24747
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| Area code(s) | 304 & 681 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1555496 |
Rock is a small place in Mercer County, West Virginia, United States. It's called an unincorporated community, which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town.
About Rock, West Virginia
Rock is found in the beautiful state of West Virginia. It's located in Mercer County, which is in the southern part of the state.
Where is Rock Located?
You can find Rock along West Virginia Route 71. It's about 2 miles (3.2 km) northeast of another community called Montcalm. The area has an elevation of about 2,178 feet (664 meters) above sea level.
What's in Rock?
Even though it's a small community, Rock has its own post office. This post office uses the ZIP code 24747. This helps people send and receive mail in the area.
How Rock Got Its Name
The community of Rock likely got its name from a very large rock formation. This big rock was probably a noticeable landmark near where the community first started.
