United States
United States is a country in North America. Its capital is Washington, D.C., and it shares land borders with 2 countries.
- Capital
- Washington, D.C.
- Region
- North America
- Area
- 9,477,898 km² Number 3 of 193 by size
- Land borders
- 2 countries
What is the capital of United States?
The capital of United States is Washington, D.C..
Which countries border United States?
United States shares land borders with 2 countries: Canada and Mexico.
| Country | Capital | Distance from Washington, D.C. |
|---|---|---|
 Canada | Ottawa | 732 km (455 mi) |
 Mexico | Mexico City | 3,032 km (1,884 mi) |
Distances are between capitals, in a straight line.
More about United States
Test yourself
- Port of CallNorth AmericaA capitals quiz on a 3D globe: name the capital at a pin, or read a capital’s name and click it on the map. Every UN member state.
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