| The US West Coast refers to the westernmost states of the United States, bordering the Pacific Ocean. These states are known for their technology industries, entertainment, and innovation hubs. |
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| In the APEX database, the following US West Coast states are represented: |
| - California (largest economy among US states, home to Silicon Valley, Hollywood, major tech companies) |
| - Washington (home to Seattle, major tech hub with companies like Microsoft and Amazon) |
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| Other West Coast states not in the database include Oregon. |
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| Note: Some analyses also include Western states like Nevada and Arizona as part of the "Western US" region, but the term "West Coast" specifically refers to Pacific-bordering states. Texas is sometimes considered a tech hub but is in the South/Southwest region, not the West Coast. |
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