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Salt Hill, West Virginia
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 Salt Hill, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Salt Hill, West Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Jackson |
| Elevation | 925 ft (282 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS ID | 1555556 |
Salt Hill is a small place located in Jackson County, West Virginia, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community.
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What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a group of homes and businesses that are not officially part of a city or town. This means they don't have their own local government, like a mayor or a city council. Instead, they are usually governed by the county they are in.
How are they different from cities?
- No local government: Cities have their own leaders and rules. Unincorporated communities rely on the county for services.
- Services: Things like police, fire, and road maintenance are handled by the county government. In a city, these might be managed by city departments.
- Boundaries: Cities have clear, legal boundaries. Unincorporated communities often have less defined borders.
Where is Salt Hill Located?
Salt Hill is found in Jackson County, West Virginia. West Virginia is a state in the eastern part of the United States. Jackson County is in the western part of West Virginia.
Geographic Details
- Elevation: Salt Hill is located at an elevation of about 925 feet (282 meters) above sea level.
- Time Zone: The community is in the Eastern Time Zone. This means it observes Eastern Standard Time (EST) in winter and Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) in summer.
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