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Santa Monica, California, United States – United States Flag

Current Date And Time In Santa Monica, United States

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
02:41:43 PDT
State: California
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC -08:00 (PDT)
Population: 93,220
District: Los Angeles County

🗺 Map of Santa Monica, California, United States – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Santa Monica, 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 Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica.

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 Santa Monica, California

📍 LATITUDE
34.019°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
118.491°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)34.0195° N118.4914° W
Signed Decimal Degrees34.0195-118.4914
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)34° 1' 10" N118° 29' 29" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)34° 1.1694' N118° 29.4828' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Santa Monica Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:12 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:45 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 33m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:58 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Santa Monica’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Santa Monica’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
3,787 km
(2,353 mi) • Santa Monica is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
10,933 km
(6,793 mi) • Santa Monica is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
34.019° S, 61.509° E
The point exactly opposite Santa Monica through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Santa Monica, you'd surface nearest to Saint-Philippe, Reunion, about 1,516 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 Santa Monica

📍 Location Details

CitySanta Monica
StateCalifornia (State of California)
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
DistrictLos Angeles County
Time Zone-10:00 to -05:00
Founded1769-08-03

📈 Area & Population

Population93,220
Area (km²)21.80 km²
Area (mi²)8.42 mi²
Pop. Density4,276.15 /km²
Elevation32 m / 105 ft
GPS (DD)34.0195, -118.4914

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Santa Monica

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 93,220
🏆 State Rank: #87 of 1246 most populous in California
🏠 Share of California Population: 0.236%
📏 Built-Up Area: 21.80 km²
👥 Population Density: 4,276 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Santa Monica 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
BrentwoodCaliforniaNE4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
SawtelleCaliforniaNE4 km3 mi~4m🗺 View
VeniceCaliforniaSE4 km3 mi~4m🗺 View
Pacific PalisadesCaliforniaNW5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
Marina del ReyCaliforniaSE5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
WestwoodCaliforniaNE7 km4 mi~7m🗺 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 Santa Monica to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Sacramento
574 km (357 mi)
NW of Santa Monica • ~9h 34m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Washington
2,662 km (1,654 mi)
NE of Santa Monica • ~44h 22m 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 Santa Monica, 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
Los Angeles International Airport
IATA: LAX
12 km (7 mi) from Santa Monica
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🌍 Santa Monica Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Santa Monica Matter

The exact GPS location of Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Santa Monica

The satellite view of Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica in California

Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica. 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 Santa Monica Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Santa Monica?

The GPS coordinates of Santa Monica are latitude 34.0195° and longitude -118.4914°. In directional format: 34.0195° N, 118.4914° W. These coordinates mark the center of Santa Monica in California and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Santa Monica located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Santa Monica?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Santa Monica sits at: Latitude 34° 1' 10" N and Longitude 118° 29' 29" 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 Santa Monica?

Santa Monica has a population of approximately 93,220 people. This is roughly 0.236% 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 Santa Monica on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Santa Monica is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 34.0195, -118.4914 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Santa Monica in California. For broader context, explore the California state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Santa Monica?

The nearest airport to Santa Monica is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), roughly 12 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Santa Monica from Sacramento?

Santa Monica is approximately 574 km (357 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 Santa Monica?

Santa Monica sits at an elevation of approximately 32 meters (105 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 Santa Monica?

The closest cities to Santa Monica include Brentwood, Sawtelle, Venice. 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 Santa Monica today?

Today in Santa Monica, sunrise is at 06:12 AM and sunset is at 07:45 PM, giving a day length of 13h 33m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Santa Monica's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Santa Monica from the Equator?

Santa Monica is approximately 3,787 km (2,353 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 10,933 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 Santa Monica?

The antipodal point of Santa Monica — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Saint-Philippe, Reunion, roughly 1,516 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 Santa Monica from Washington, the capital of United States?

Santa Monica is approximately 2,662 km (1,654 mi) NE of Washington, the national capital of United States, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.