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Current Date And Time In San José, Costa Rica

Saturday, 27 June 2026
23:32:20 CST
Capital: San José
Currency: Costa Rican Colón (CRC)
Timezone: UTC -06:00 (CST)
Area: 4,969.73 km²
State Code: SJ

🗺 Map of San José, Costa Rica – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of San José, a state or administrative region of Costa Rica, located in North America. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for San José — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, borders and urban structure of San José in Costa Rica.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into North America • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Costa Rica operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of San José, Costa Rica

📍 LATITUDE
9.763°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
84.186°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)9.763° N84.1857° W
Signed Decimal Degrees9.763-84.1857
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)9° 45' 47" N84° 11' 9" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)9° 45.7792' N84° 11.1427' W

📊 Geographic Profile of San José

📍 Location Details

State / RegionSan José
CountryCosta Rica
ContinentNorth America
CapitalSan José
State CodeSJ
Time Zone-06:00

📈 Area & Population

Area (km²)4,969.73 km²
Area (mi²)1,918.82 mi²
Elevation982 m / 3,220 ft
GPS (DD)9.763, -84.1857

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring States

📐 Geographic Size Analysis

Total Area: 4,969.73 km² (1,918.82 mi²)
🎮 Share of Costa Rica: 9.73% of total country area
🌎 World Land Share: 0.0033% of Earth's land surface
👥 Population Density: 0.00 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby States

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from San José to each nearby state, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 80 km/h. Use this data for logistics routing, delivery time estimates and regional market coverage planning across Costa Rica.

StateCountryDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Cartago ProvinceCosta Rica56 km35 mi~42m🗺 View
Alajuela ProvinceCosta Rica75 km47 mi~56m🗺 View
Heredia ProvinceCosta Rica81 km50 mi~1h 1m🗺 View
Limón ProvinceCosta Rica84 km52 mi~1h 3m🗺 View
Puntarenas ProvinceCosta Rica111 km69 mi~1h 23m🗺 View
Guanacaste ProvinceCosta Rica155 km96 mi~1h 56m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between state geographic centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and conditions.
Some states or territories listed above (such as island regions) may not be reachable by road — sea or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in San José

Below are the precise geographic coordinates (latitude and longitude) and population data for the largest cities in San José. Use these coordinates for routing, location intelligence and GIS mapping.

City NamePopulationLatitudeLongitudeMap & Coords
San José335,0079.9339° N-84.0849° W🗺 View Map
San Isidro34,8779.3674° N-83.6971° W🗺 View Map
Curridabat34,5869.9139° N-84.036° W🗺 View Map
San Vicente34,4479.9619° N-84.0494° W🗺 View Map
San Vicente de Moravia34,4479.9616° N-84.0488° W🗺 View Map
Purral30,0349.9569° N-84.0321° W🗺 View Map
San Miguel28,8279.8712° N-84.0608° W🗺 View Map
San Pedro27,4779.9283° N-84.0507° W🗺 View Map
San Rafael Abajo27,4199.831° N-84.2901° W🗺 View Map
Ipís26,6699.9655° N-84.0182° W🗺 View Map
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🌍 San José Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of San José Matter

The precise GPS location of San José is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Costa Rica. Accurate coordinates enable satellite-based navigation, geofencing for fleet management, territory boundary definition and proximity analysis for new market entry. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are provided for maximum compatibility across platforms. › Compare country geolocation data

📈 Coordinate Formats for San José Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) are the standard format in web mapping APIs and mapping platforms. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) is used in traditional surveying, military navigation and printed maps. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is preferred in marine and aviation contexts. All three formats for San José on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Costa Rica.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for San José

The satellite view of San José helps professionals identify terrain, land use patterns, urban density, road networks and natural features. Real estate analysts use it for property assessment and land development planning. Infrastructure teams rely on satellite maps for utility corridor planning, tower siting and construction evaluation. › View Costa Rica national map

🌎 Regional Position of San José in Costa Rica

San José occupies a distinct geographic zone within Costa Rica in the North America region. Its geographic position influences trade connectivity, transportation access and regional economic activity. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports market territory delineation, competitor proximity analysis and strategic distribution network design. › Explore nearby states

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with San José Coordinates

Transportation teams use GPS coordinates of San José for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The geographic centroid provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Costa Rica. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference

💻 Using San José Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for San José in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and region-specific dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Costa Rica. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use San José Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of San José directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Bordering RegionsUse the nearby states tool to find all regions bordering San José. Ideal for regional analysis, cross-border logistics and multi-territory market research in Costa Rica.
🏝 Cities & Territory Drill-DownAccess the full list of cities in San José with their own GPS data for precise intra-regional mapping, branch planning and urban coverage analysis.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About San José Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of San José?

The GPS coordinates of San José are latitude 9.763° and longitude -84.1857°. In directional format: 9.763° N, 84.1857° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of San José in Costa Rica and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.

🌎 Where is San José located?

San José is a state or administrative region of Costa Rica, located in North America. Its capital city is San José. View the exact position of San José on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of San José?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, San José is at: Latitude 9° 45' 47" N and Longitude 84° 11' 9" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.

📐 What is the total area of San José?

San José covers a total area of approximately 4,969.73 km² (1,918.82 mi²). This is roughly 9.73% of Costa Rica's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.

🗺 How can I view San José on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of San José is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 9.763, -84.1857 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate San José in Costa Rica. For broader context, explore the Costa Rica national map or nearby states.