Which states produce the most coal?

The five largest coal producing states, with production in million short tons, and share of total U.S. coal production, for 2011:

• Wyoming: 438.67, 40%
• West Virginia: 134.66, 12%
• Kentucky: 108.77, 10%
• Pennsylvania: 59.18, 5%
• Texas: 45.90, 4%

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Latest annual coal production by state.

Last updated: November 16, 2012

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