Current Date And Time In Alabama, United States
Wednesday, 05 August 2026
23:29:41 PDT
Capital: Montgomery
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC -08:00 (PDT)
Population: 5,157,699
Area: 131,365.00 km²
State Code: AL
Explore the interactive satellite map of Alabama, a state or administrative region of United States, 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 Alabama — 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 Alabama in United States.
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 United States operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 32.3182° N | 86.9023° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 32.3182 | -86.9023 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 32° 19' 6" N | 86° 54' 8" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 32° 19.0939' N | 86° 54.1379' W |
| State / Region | Alabama (State of Alabama) |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Capital | Montgomery |
| State Code | AL |
| Time Zone | -10:00 to -05:00 |
| Districts | 67 |
| Population | 5,157,699 |
| Area (km²) | 131,365.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 50,720.29 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 24.26 /km² |
| Elevation | 51 m / 167 ft |
| Area Rank | #31 in United States |
| Population Rank | #20 of 46 in United States |
| GPS (DD) | 32.3182, -86.9023 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Alabama 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 United States.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | United States | W | 235 km | 146 mi | ~2h 56m | 🗺 View |
| Tennessee | United States | N | 357 km | 222 mi | ~4h 28m | 🗺 View |
| Georgia | United States | E | 376 km | 234 mi | ~4h 42m | 🗺 View |
| Louisiana | United States | SW | 482 km | 299 mi | ~6h 1m | 🗺 View |
| Arkansas | United States | NW | 557 km | 346 mi | ~6h 58m | 🗺 View |
| South Carolina | United States | E | 561 km | 348 mi | ~7h 0m | 🗺 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.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in Alabama, along with each city's aerial distance from Montgomery, Alabama's state capital. Handy for travel planning, delivery zone mapping and pinpointing locations on GPS devices or GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huntsville | 34.7304° N | -86.5859° W | 193 m | 264 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Birmingham | 33.5207° N | -86.8025° W | 187 m | 137 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Montgomery | 32.3668° N | -86.3° W | 73 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mobile | 30.6944° N | -88.0431° W | 3 m | 249 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Tuscaloosa | 33.2098° N | -87.5692° W | 68 m | 151 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Hoover | 33.4054° N | -86.8114° W | 176 m | 125 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Dothan | 31.2232° N | -85.3905° W | 98 m | 153 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Auburn | 32.6099° N | -85.4808° W | 215 m | 81 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Decatur | 34.6059° N | -86.9833° W | 171 m | 257 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Madison | 34.6993° N | -86.7483° W | 215 m | 263 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Alabama is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across United States. 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 Alabama on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in United States.
The satellite view of Alabama 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 United States national map
Alabama occupies a distinct geographic zone within United States 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
Transportation teams use GPS coordinates of Alabama 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 United States. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Alabama 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 United States. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Alabama are latitude 32.3182° and longitude -86.9023°. In directional format: 32.3182° N, 86.9023° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Alabama in United States and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Alabama is a state or administrative region of United States, located in North America. Its capital city is Montgomery. View the exact position of Alabama on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Alabama is at: Latitude 32° 19' 6" N and Longitude 86° 54' 8" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Alabama covers a total area of approximately 131,365.00 km² (50,720.29 mi²). This is roughly 1.36% of United States's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Alabama is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 32.3182, -86.9023 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Alabama in United States. For broader context, explore the United States national map or nearby states.
Today in Alabama, sunrise is at 04:04 AM and sunset is at 05:42 PM, giving a day length of 13h 37m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Alabama's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Alabama is approximately 3,598 km (2,235 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 8,175 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Alabama — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Gnarabup, Australia, roughly 2,043 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named place.
Montgomery, the capital of Alabama, is approximately 1,019 km (633 mi) NE of Washington, the national capital of United States, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
