US Jurisdictions
The United States is organized into five jurisdictional conferences, each encompassing multiple annual conferences. Meeting every four years to elect bishops and set conference boundaries, these jurisdictions represent the breadth of American Methodism — from rural congregations in the Dakotas to vibrant urban churches in New York to mission-focused communities in Alaska.
The Five Jurisdictions
Each jurisdiction elects bishops and coordinates regional work across its annual conferences.
North Central Jurisdiction
10Spanning the upper Midwest from the Dakotas to Ohio, the North Central Jurisdiction is home to a rich tradition of prairie Methodism, urban ministry, and ecumenical engagement.
Northeastern Jurisdiction
10Stretching from the Mid-Atlantic to New England, the Northeastern Jurisdiction includes some of the oldest Methodist congregations in America and a diverse, multicultural membership.
South Central Jurisdiction
10Covering the southern Great Plains and Gulf states, the South Central Jurisdiction is known for strong lay leadership, Hispanic/Latino ministries, and vibrant campus ministries.
Southeastern Jurisdiction
14The largest U.S. jurisdiction by membership, the Southeastern Jurisdiction stretches from Virginia to Florida and westward to Mississippi, with deep roots in Methodist heritage and community service.
Western Jurisdiction
7Encompassing everything west of the Great Plains to the Pacific, the Western Jurisdiction is the most geographically diverse, serving congregations from Alaska to the Desert Southwest.
Questions About US Jurisdictions
Understanding how the United Methodist Church is organized regionally in the United States.
Find Your Connection
Every United Methodist church in the U.S. belongs to an annual conference within one of these five jurisdictions — all connected in shared mission.