Western United States

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the West

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Red states show the core of the West, states shown as pink may or may not be included in the West, and thus their inclusion or exclusion varies from source to source.

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The Western United States, also referred to as the American West or simply The West, traditionally refers to the region constituting the westernmost states of the United States (see geographical terminology section for further discussion of these terms). Since the United States has historically expanded westward the definition of the West has evolved over time. The "West" had played an importatnt part in American history and the Old West is embedded in America's folklore.

Related Topics:
States - United States - Geographical terminology - Expanded westward - American history - Old West

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As defined by the Census Bureau, the Western region of the United States includes 13 states: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming. This includes all those states through which the Continental Divide passes (Alaska, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado and New Mexico), as well as all other states farther west. Alternately, any state west of the Mississippi River may or may not be considered part of the West today.

Related Topics:
Census Bureau - Alaska - Arizona - California - Colorado - Hawaii - Idaho - Montana - New Mexico - Nevada - Oregon - Utah - Washington - Wyoming - Continental Divide - Mississippi River

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