Elevation
Highest point in West Virginia
The highest point in West Virginia is Spruce Knob, at 4,862 feet (1,482 meters) above sea level. It ranks 24th among the 50 state high points.
From Potomac River at Virginia border to Spruce Knob
West Virginia spans about 4,622 ft from its lowest point to its highest. A barometer carried from one to the other would fall by about 4.64 inHg, purely because there is less air overhead. Water that boils at 212 °F at the bottom boils at about 203 °F on top.
Live barometric pressure across West Virginia · How pressure changes with altitude
Elevation of cities in West Virginia
| City | Feet | Meters |
|---|---|---|
| Beckley, WV | 2,421 | 738 |
| Clarksburg, WV | 994 | 303 |
| Morgantown, WV | 889 | 271 |
| Parkersburg, WV | 614 | 187 |
| Charleston, WV | 597 | 182 |
| Huntington, WV | 568 | 173 |
High points of nearby states
Elevations from Wikipedia’s list of US states by elevation (USGS and NGS data, CC BY-SA).
Frequently asked questions
What is the highest elevation in West Virginia?
The highest point in West Virginia is Spruce Knob, at 4,862 feet (1,482 meters) above sea level. That makes it the 24th highest state high point of the 50.
What is the lowest point in West Virginia?
The lowest point is Potomac River at Virginia border, at 240 ft.
What is the average elevation of West Virginia?
The mean elevation of West Virginia is about 1,499 feet (457 meters).
What is the air pressure at the top of Spruce Knob?
On a standard day about 25.02 inHg (847 hPa), 84% of sea-level pressure. Water boils there at about 203 °F (95 °C).