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Nevada City, California, United States – United States Flag

Current Date And Time In Nevada City, United States

Tuesday, 11 August 2026
21:47:52 PDT
State: California
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC -08:00 (PDT)
Population: 3,152
District: Nevada County

🗺 Map of Nevada City, California, United States – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Nevada City, a city in California, 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 Nevada City β€” all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of Nevada City.

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.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Nevada City, California

📍 LATITUDE
39.262°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
121.018°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)39.2617° N121.0178° W
Signed Decimal Degrees39.2617-121.0178
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)39° 15' 42" N121° 1' 4" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)39° 15.7038' N121° 1.0674' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Nevada City Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:13 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:04 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 51m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:09 PM
Calculated for today (11 Aug 2026) from Nevada City’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Nevada City’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,371 km
(2,716 mi) • Nevada City is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
10,431 km
(6,481 mi) • Nevada City is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
39.262° S, 58.982° E
The point exactly opposite Nevada City through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Nevada City, you'd surface nearest to Port-aux-FranΓ§ais, French Southern Territories, about 1,431 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of Nevada City

📍 Location Details

CityNevada City
StateCalifornia (State of California)
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
DistrictNevada County
Time Zone-10:00 to -05:00

📈 Area & Population

Population3,152
Area (km²)5.67 km²
Area (mi²)2.19 mi²
Pop. Density555.91 /km²
Elevation755 m / 2,477 ft
GPS (DD)39.2617, -121.0178

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Nevada City

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: California
Parent Country: United States

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 3,152
🏆 State Rank: #836 of 1246 most populous in California
🏠 Share of California Population: 0.008%
📏 Built-Up Area: 5.67 km²
👥 Population Density: 556 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Nevada City to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around California.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Grass ValleyCaliforniaSW6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
Rough and ReadyCaliforniaW11 km7 mi~11m🗺 View
Alta SierraCaliforniaS14 km9 mi~14m🗺 View
Lake WildwoodCaliforniaW16 km10 mi~16m🗺 View
Penn ValleyCaliforniaSW17 km10 mi~17m🗺 View
ColfaxCaliforniaS19 km12 mi~19m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🚗 Distance from Nevada City to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Sacramento
86 km (54 mi)
SW of Nevada City • ~1h 26m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Washington
2,684 km (1,667 mi)
E of Nevada City • ~44h 44m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in California

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in California, the home state of Nevada City, along with each city's aerial distance from Sacramento, California's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Los Angeles34.0522° N-118.2437° W89 m582 km🗺 View Map
San Diego32.7157° N-117.1647° W20 m760 km🗺 View Map
San Jose37.3394° N-121.895° W26 m143 km🗺 View Map
San Francisco37.7749° N-122.4194° W16 m121 km🗺 View Map
Fresno36.7477° N-119.7724° W94 m254 km🗺 View Map
Sacramento38.5816° N-121.4944° W9 m0 km🗺 View Map
Long Beach33.767° N-118.1892° W9 m612 km🗺 View Map
Oakland37.8044° N-122.2708° W13 m110 km🗺 View Map
Bakersfield35.3733° N-119.0187° W123 m419 km🗺 View Map
Anaheim33.8353° N-117.9145° W48 m618 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Truckee Tahoe Airport
IATA: TKF
76 km (47 mi) from Nevada City
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🌍 Nevada City Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Nevada City Matter

The exact GPS location of Nevada City gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside California. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats β€” DD, DMS and DDM β€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare California state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Nevada City Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for Nevada City are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Nevada City

The satellite view of Nevada City lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full United States map

🌎 Regional Position of Nevada City in California

Nevada City sits within California, United States, in the North America region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Nevada City Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Nevada City for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across California. › Browse every city in California

💻 Using Nevada City Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Nevada City 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 location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in United States. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Nevada City Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Nevada City directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to Nevada City. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare California CitiesAccess the full city directory for California ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada City Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Nevada City?

The GPS coordinates of Nevada City are latitude 39.2617° and longitude -121.0178°. In directional format: 39.2617° N, 121.0178° W. These coordinates mark the center of Nevada City in California and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Nevada City located?

Nevada City is a city in California, United States, on the continent of North America. It falls within Nevada County. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Nevada City?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Nevada City sits at: Latitude 39° 15' 42" N and Longitude 121° 1' 4" W. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Nevada City?

Nevada City has a population of approximately 3,152 people. This is roughly 0.008% of California's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in California.

🗺 How can I view Nevada City on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Nevada City is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 39.2617, -121.0178 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Nevada City in California. For broader context, explore the California state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Nevada City?

The nearest airport to Nevada City is Truckee Tahoe Airport (TKF), roughly 76 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Nevada City from Sacramento?

Nevada City is approximately 86 km (54 mi) from Sacramento, the capital of California, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in California.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Nevada City?

Nevada City sits at an elevation of approximately 755 meters (2,477 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for California.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Nevada City?

The closest cities to Nevada City include Grass Valley, Rough and Ready, Alta Sierra. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Nevada City today?

Today in Nevada City, sunrise is at 06:13 AM and sunset is at 08:04 PM, giving a day length of 13h 51m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Nevada City's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Nevada City from the Equator?

Nevada City is approximately 4,371 km (2,716 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 10,431 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from Nevada City?

The antipodal point of Nevada City — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Port-aux-FranΓ§ais, French Southern Territories, roughly 1,431 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 city.

🚗 How far is Nevada City from Washington, the capital of United States?

Nevada City is approximately 2,684 km (1,667 mi) E of Washington, the national capital of United States, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.