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Upper Whitman, West Virginia
Upper Whitman, West Virginia is located in West Virginia
Upper Whitman, West Virginia
Upper Whitman, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Upper Whitman, West Virginia is located in the United States
Upper Whitman, West Virginia
Upper Whitman, West Virginia
Location in the United States
Country United States
State West Virginia
County Logan
Elevation
935 ft (285 m)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
Area code(s) 304 & 681
GNIS feature ID 1555862

Upper Whitman is a small place in Logan County, West Virginia, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a city or town.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community is a place where people live together. However, it does not have its own local government. Instead, it is usually managed by the county.

  • No local mayor: It doesn't have its own mayor or city council.
  • County services: Services like police and fire are provided by the county.
  • Less formal: These places are often smaller and less formal than cities.

Many small communities in the United States are unincorporated. They are still important parts of their counties.

Where is Upper Whitman Located?

Upper Whitman is found in the southwestern part of West Virginia. It is located in Logan County. This area is known for its beautiful hills and valleys.

The community sits along a waterway called Whitman Creek. It is also near County Route 9/1. Upper Whitman is about 5 miles (8 kilometers) southwest of a larger town named Logan.

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