Wyoming County, West Virginia

Wyoming County lies in the southern coalfields of West Virginia, surrounded by steep mountains, deep valleys, and winding roads. Coal mining has shaped the county for generations and remains an important part of its history and identity.

Pineville, the county seat, sits along the Guyandotte River and serves as the center of local life. Twin Falls Resort State Park is one of the county’s natural treasures, offering beautiful waterfalls, wooded trails, and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors.

Life here has a rugged, down-to-earth feel. Pickup trucks are a common sight along the mountain roads, while local food tends to be hearty, simple, and satisfying. The people are just as welcoming and hardworking. And when bluegrass music fills the air, you get a taste of the Appalachian spirit that makes Wyoming County special.

CategoryDetails
County NameWyoming County
County SeatPineville
PopulationApproximately 19,000
Cities, Towns, and CommunitiesPineville, Mullens, Oceana, Matheny, Glen Fork
Interstates and HighwaysWV-10, WV-97, WV-85
FIPS Code54-109
Total Area (Land and Water)502 sq mi (Land: 499 sq mi; Water: 3 sq mi)
Adjacent Counties (and Direction) Boone County (North), Raleigh County (Northeast), Mercer County (Southeast), McDowell County (South), Mingo County (West), Logan County (Northwest)
Time ZoneEastern Time Zone (ET)
StateWest Virginia
Coordinates37.5839° N, 81.5370° W
EtymologyNamed after the Lenape Native American term for “wide plain”
Major LandmarksTwin Falls Resort State Park, Guyandotte River, R.D. Bailey Lake
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