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Wilmore is located in West Virginia
Wilmore
Wilmore
Location in West Virginia
Wilmore is located in the United States
Wilmore
Wilmore
Location in the United States
Country United States
State West Virginia
County McDowell
Elevation
1,027 ft (313 m)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
GNIS ID 1549206

Wilmore is a small place in McDowell County, West Virginia, in the United States. It's known as an unincorporated community.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community is a place that doesn't have its own local government. This means it doesn't have a mayor or a city council. Instead, the area is managed by the county government. For Wilmore, this means McDowell County helps with things like roads and public safety.

Where is Wilmore Located?

Wilmore is found in the state of West Virginia. West Virginia is in the eastern part of the United States. It's famous for its mountains and beautiful natural areas. Wilmore is specifically located in McDowell County, which is in the southwestern part of the state.

Elevation of Wilmore

Wilmore sits at an elevation of 1,027 feet above sea level. This means it's quite a bit higher than places at the coast. Being in a mountainous state like West Virginia, many communities are built on higher ground.

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