Interactive Map of the United States
Explore comprehensive maps and detailed information about all 50 states including capitals, major cities, population data, geography, climate zones, and historical facts. Perfect for students, educators, and geography enthusiasts.
Interactive United States Map
Click on any state marker to view detailed information, or use the search above to find a specific state.
About This Map
This interactive map displays all 50 United States with markers for each state capital. Click any marker to see quick facts including the state capital, population, total area, and a direct link to comprehensive state information. The map is fully interactive - zoom in/out and drag to explore different regions of the country.
Browse All 50 States
Select any state below to explore detailed maps, major cities, counties, geographical features, historical information, and interesting facts about each state.
Specialty Maps & Tools
🕐 US Time Zones Map
Explore the four main time zones across the United States: Eastern (ET), Central (CT), Mountain (MT), and Pacific (PT). Learn which states observe Daylight Saving Time and view historical timezone changes.
👥 Population Density Map
View detailed population distribution and density across all US states and major metropolitan areas. Includes historical population trends, growth rates, and demographic statistics.
🗳️ Electoral College Map
Interactive electoral college map showing the distribution of 538 electoral votes by state. Essential resource for understanding US presidential elections.
🌡️ Climate Zones Map
Discover different climate zones across America from tropical Florida to arctic Alaska. View temperature ranges, precipitation patterns, and seasonal variations.
🏞️ National Parks Map
Locate all 63 national parks, hundreds of monuments, historic sites, and recreation areas. Plan your visit with detailed information about each location.
🏙️ Major Cities Map
Find the largest cities and metropolitan areas in the United States. Explore city populations, economic centers, and urban development patterns.
🛣️ Interstate Highway Map
Complete map of the Interstate Highway System connecting all 50 states. View major routes, distances, and highway numbers for trip planning.
📊 State Comparison Tool
Compare any two states side by side including population, area, economy, education, demographics, climate, and quality of life metrics.
🎯 Geography Quiz
Test your knowledge of US geography with interactive quizzes on state capitals, locations, flags, and interesting facts. Track your score and compete with friends.
Educational Resources
📥 Printable Maps
Download free, high-quality printable maps in PDF and PNG formats. Perfect for classroom use, homeschooling, presentations, or personal reference. Available in various sizes and styles.
📜 Historical Maps
Explore how US state boundaries, territories, and geographic features have evolved from 1776 to present day. Includes territorial expansion, state formation, and border changes.
📚 Learning Resources
Comprehensive educational materials for students and teachers including lesson plans, worksheets, geography facts, and study guides for all grade levels.
🎓 For Educators
Free teaching resources, curriculum guides, and classroom activities designed for K-12 geography education. Aligned with national education standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many states are in the United States?
There are 50 states in the United States of America. The most recent states to join the union were Alaska and Hawaii, both admitted in 1959. The original 13 colonies became states in 1776.
What is the largest state by area?
Alaska is by far the largest state with 665,384 square miles (1,723,337 km²), more than twice the size of Texas which is second at 268,596 square miles. Alaska accounts for about 18% of the total US land area.
What is the most populous state?
California is the most populous state with approximately 39 million residents, representing about 12% of the total US population. Texas (30M) and Florida (22M) are second and third respectively.
Which is the smallest state?
Rhode Island is the smallest state by area with just 1,545 square miles (4,001 km²). However, it has a population of over 1 million people, making it one of the most densely populated states.
Are these maps free to use?
Yes! All maps on this website are completely free to view online and use for educational purposes. Printable versions are available for download for personal, educational, and non-commercial use.
How often is the information updated?
We regularly update our state information, population data, and maps to reflect the most recent census data and geographic changes. Major updates occur annually with the latest demographic information.
About MapUnitedStates.com
MapUnitedStates.com is a comprehensive, free educational resource dedicated to providing accurate, detailed information about the geography of the United States. Whether you're a student, teacher, researcher, or simply curious about American geography, our interactive maps and extensive state information make learning engaging and accessible. All content is carefully researched and regularly updated to ensure accuracy.