Free Printable Blank US Map
Last Updated: August 12, 2025 by the Homemade Gifts Coloring Team
When I was in school, it was always such a thrill when the teacher reached up and pulled down one of those big, rolled-up US maps posters above the chalkboard. You could hear the satisfying snap as it unfurled - and suddenly, the whole United States was there, stretched across the front of the room like a colorful puzzle.
Each state has its own shape and personality and something about seeing them all together sparked a sense of adventure. Then we would get our own blank US map with just the outline of the 50 states waiting for us to fill them in. It was like a challenge and a game all at once. I wasn’t just memorizing geography - I was unlocking a mental map of the whole country and planning how I could see it all.
Using a printable blank US map is a classic, tried-and-true way of firmly learning the states. Whether you are practicing state names, memorizing state abbreviations or testing your knowledge of state capitals - we have a blank us map for that!
Blank US Map Printable (PDF Download)
Find a variety of other download options, including free printable black and white maps of the United States, blank US map templates and colorful posters of the United States that are perfect for classrooms, homeschool set ups or even decorating a wall at home. We hope they inspire learning and a little bit of fun along the way.
Blank US Map
US Map with States
US State Names Map Quiz
US Map with Capitals
Printable US Map Poster
These printables are for personal, non-commercial use only.
Blank Map of the United States
Can you remember all the state names or state abbreviations? Test yourself by filling in this free blank US map template. This map of the United States without name printable is perfect for learning states, state abbreviations, rivers, state animals, and so much more in the classroom or at home!
Printable Map of the United States with State Names
Can you spell the name of every state? This free printable black and white map of the United States is perfect to hang in your room or classroom. Color the different regions of the United States or quiz yourself today!
Printable USA Map - States Abbreviations
Quickly learn all 50 state abbreviations with this easy-to-read black and white US map printable - great for study, reference, or classroom use. Perfect for quizzes and address writing! Can you list the state names in full?
Free Printable US Map States Quiz
Test your geography skills with this fun and challenging printable United States map quiz! Just write the name of the state that matches each number. Great for anyone who wants to master all 50 states - no peeking allowed! (but we’ve included an answer key just in case!)
Free Printable US Map with State Capitals
Baton Rouge, Louisiana; Indianapolis, Indiana; and Columbus is the capital of Ohio! Test your state capital knowledge with this free blank US map with state capitals listed. Then check your answers with the included answer key.
Free Printable US Map Poster
Looking for a printable map of the USA? You can pin this full page printable map of the United States in a classroom or use it as a decoration. Plus it will help you learn the state names so you can fill out your blank US map!
To achieve a store-bought quality poster, we recommend printing out your poster onto quality thick paper, matte photo paper, or card stock.
How to Use The Free Blank US Map
Make a Map Puzzle
Print out a blank US map and create a puzzle. Glue the map to card stock or cardboard. Cut out along the state lines or, for younger learners, cut out regions. Shuffle the pieces and try to put the map back together!
Plan a Road Trip
The blank map of the US pdf is perfect for mapping out planned and imaginary road trips with your kids. Draw arrows or dotted lines to show where they want to go. Color in any states that you have already visited.
Put Together a Map Quilt
Print out a large version of the blank US map template and cut out each state to assign to a student. Have students decorate or write important facts about that state. Bring all the states together in a large collage or mural.
Trace Out a Map Sun Catcher
Trace a blank US map template onto wax paper, then color it with markers or glue different colored pieces of tissue paper onto the states. Hang it in a sunny window to see the states come alive!
Play Find the Capital Bingo!
Have students create their own 5x5 bingo cards by looking at the US map of state capitals. Call out state capitals and see who gets bingo first! For more of a challenge, have students put the state name on the card and call out the capital city or vice versa.
More Blank Maps and Geography Resources to Print
Pack your bags, it's time to learn about the rest of the world. Whether you're a US local or you're visiting from another continent, you're sure to discover somewhere new among our printable blank maps:
Plus, your kids might also enjoy our USA-themed and educational printables:
- Fourth of July Coloring Pages
- American Flag Coloring Pages
- USA Word Search
- USA Presidents Word Search
- Memorial Day Word Search
- Independence Day Word Search
- Math Word Search
