Paynesville, West Virginia

Coordinates: 37°19′53″N 81°53′29″W / 37.33139°N 81.89139°W / 37.33139; -81.89139
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Paynesville
ZIP code
24873
Area code(s)304 & 681
GNIS feature ID1549869[1]

Paynesville is an

ZIP code 24873.[2]

On May 29, 1961, Paynesville residents Mr. and Mrs. Alderson Muncy were the first people in the United States to receive food stamps under the modern food stamp program. They received $95 for their 15-person household.[3]

Climate

The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the

Köppen Climate Classification system, Paynesville has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.[4]

References

  1. ^ "US Board on Geographic Names". United States Geological Survey. October 25, 2007. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
  2. ^ ZIP Code Lookup
  3. ^ "A Short History of SNAP | Food and Nutrition Service". www.fns.usda.gov. Retrieved September 1, 2022.
  4. ^ Climate Summary for Paynesville, West Virginia