This map of nearly 4,900 ZIP code areas can be used to determine the eligibility of applicants for programs designed for Appalachian residents based on a mailing address. ZIP Code areas may cross state and county boundaries and therefore some in Appalachia may extend beyond ARC’s service area. The…

This map displays the 61 congressional districts and the district representatives of the 119th U.S. Congress in the Appalachian Region.

Local development districts (LDDs) — also known as area development districts (ADDs), council of governments (COGs) or regional planning and development commissions —  are multi-county planning organizations facilitating community-based, regionally driven economic development. There are 74 LDDs in the Appalachian Region. Guided by community leaders, elected officials, business representatives and others, ARC…

This map shows the Appalachian Region divided into five subregions: northern, north central, central, south central, and southern Appalachia.