USCIS 128:62. is the capital of your state?

OpenAI. (2026). What is the capital of your state?  [AI-generated infographic]. OpenAI.  Edited by Jennifer Gagliardi

Every state in the United States has a capital city. The capital is the main city where the state government works. Important government buildings are there, such as the state capitol building, the governor’s office, and the state legislature.

The capital city is where state leaders meet and make decisions about laws, budgets, and public programs. For example, the capital of California is Sacramento. However, the correct answer depends on the state where you live.

If you live in the District of Columbia, the answer is different. Washington, D.C. is not a state, so it does not have a state capital. If you live in a U.S. territory, you should name the capital city of that territory. To find the correct answer, you can check an official government website such as usa.gov/state-goverments or your state government website.

For example, the capital of California is Sacramento.