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You Won’t Believe How Many States There Are in the U.S.—Shocking State Count You Must Know! When it comes to the United States, one question often surprises people: How many states does the U.S. actually have? While many know there are 50 states, the truth is both surprising and slightly shocking—there are actually 51 states, including one tiny cornerstone having a story that defies expectations. ### The Standard 50 States You Didn’t Know Are Actually Just State #50 Yes, the familiar count of 50 is accurate for most basic references, but the full picture tells a richer geographic and historical narrative. Beyond the 50 well-known states lie two more: Alaska and Hawaii, which were added recently in 1959, making them full participants in the Union.