U.S. State Count in 1911: 46

The Number

In 1911, the United States had 46 states.

Timeline to 50

• 1912: Arizona (Feb 14) and New Mexico (Jan 6) admitted → 48 states.
• 1959: Alaska (Jan 3) and Hawaii (Aug 21) admitted → 50 states.

Context

The 46-star flag flew from 1908 (Oklahoma) to 1912. The contiguous U.S. was complete with Arizona's admission. Alaska and Hawaii added non-contiguous territory decades later.