Wyoming Quiz
Wyoming is in the West. Quick facts below — then test yourself with 5 questions.
| Capital | Cheyenne |
|---|---|
| Postal abbreviation | WY |
| Nickname | The Equality State |
| Census region | West |
| Bordering states | Montana, South Dakota, Nebraska, Colorado, Utah, Idaho |
| Statehood | 1890 |
| Population (2020 Census) | 576,851 |
| Total area (sq mi) | 97,813 |
Sample questions
Q1In which year did Wyoming become a state?
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1890
Wyoming became a state in 1890, the year after Montana and the Dakotas, rounding out the northern Rocky Mountain states.
Q2Which state is smaller than Wyoming by area?
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Maine
Wyoming covers 97,813 square miles, making it the No.10 largest state by total area.
Q3Which region is Wyoming in?
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West
The Census Bureau places Wyoming in the West region's Mountain division, home to the least populous state.