Current Date And Time In Santa Elena, Ecuador
Friday, 17 July 2026
01:52:31 ECT
Capital: Santa Elena
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC -05:00 (ECT)
Population: 401,000
Area: 3,688.46 km²
State Code: SE
Explore the interactive satellite map of Santa Elena, a state or administrative region of Ecuador, located in South America. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Santa Elena — 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 Santa Elena in Ecuador.
Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into South America • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Ecuador operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 2.2267° S | 80.8595° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -2.2267 | -80.8595 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 2° 13' 36" S | 80° 51' 34" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 2° 13.6026' S | 80° 51.5699' W |
| State / Region | Santa Elena |
| Country | Ecuador |
| Continent | South America |
| Capital | Santa Elena |
| State Code | SE |
| Time Zone | -06:00 to -05:00 |
| Population | 401,000 |
| Area (km²) | 3,688.46 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 1,424.12 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 106.57 /km² |
| Elevation | 42 m / 139 ft |
| GPS (DD) | -2.2267, -80.8595 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Santa Elena 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 Ecuador.
| State | Country | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guayas | Ecuador | 109 km | 68 mi | ~1h 22m | 🗺 View |
| ManabĂ | Ecuador | 138 km | 86 mi | ~1h 43m | 🗺 View |
| El Oro | Ecuador | 152 km | 95 mi | ~1h 54m | 🗺 View |
| Los RĂos | Ecuador | 205 km | 127 mi | ~2h 34m | 🗺 View |
| BolĂvar | Ecuador | 210 km | 130 mi | ~2h 37m | 🗺 View |
| Canar | Ecuador | 217 km | 135 mi | ~2h 42m | 🗺 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.
Below are the precise geographic coordinates (latitude and longitude) and population data for the largest cities in Santa Elena. Use these coordinates for routing, location intelligence and GIS mapping.
| City Name | Population | Latitude | Longitude | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salinas | 43,862 | -2.2145° S | -80.9515° W | 🗺 View Map |
| Santa Elena | 42,214 | -2.2265° S | -80.8581° W | 🗺 View Map |
| San JosĂ© de AncĂłn | - | -1.7599° S | -80.769° W | 🗺 View Map |
| 🗺️ Map of other states |
|---|
| 🗺 Map of Guayas |
| 🗺 Map of ManabĂ |
| 🗺 Map of El Oro |
| 🗺 Map of Los RĂos |
| 🗺 Map of BolĂvar |
| 🗺 Map of Canar |
The precise GPS location of Santa Elena is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Ecuador. 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
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 Santa Elena on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Ecuador.
The satellite view of Santa Elena 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 Ecuador national map
Santa Elena occupies a distinct geographic zone within Ecuador in the South 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
Transportation teams use GPS coordinates of Santa Elena 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 Ecuador. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Santa Elena 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 Ecuador. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Santa Elena are latitude -2.2267° and longitude -80.8595°. In directional format: 2.2267° S, 80.8595° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Santa Elena in Ecuador and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Santa Elena is a state or administrative region of Ecuador, located in South America. Its capital city is Santa Elena. View the exact position of Santa Elena on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Santa Elena is at: Latitude 2° 13' 36" S and Longitude 80° 51' 34" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Santa Elena covers a total area of approximately 3,688.46 km² (1,424.12 mi²). This is roughly 1.30% of Ecuador's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Santa Elena is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -2.2267, -80.8595 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Santa Elena in Ecuador. For broader context, explore the Ecuador national map or nearby states.
