Current Date And Time In District of Columbia, United States
Tuesday, 11 August 2026
23:46:51 PDT
Capital: Washington, D.C.
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC -08:00 (PDT)
Population: 702,250
Area: 177.00 km²
State Code: DC
Explore the interactive satellite map of District of Columbia, 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 District of Columbia — 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 District of Columbia 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) | 38.9073° N | 77.0369° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 38.9073 | -77.0369 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 38° 54' 26" N | 77° 2' 13" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 38° 54.4372' N | 77° 2.2156' W |
| State / Region | District of Columbia |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Capital | Washington, D.C. |
| State Code | DC |
| Time Zone | -10:00 to -05:00 |
| Population | 702,250 |
| Area (km²) | 177.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 68.34 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 1,328.76 /km² |
| Elevation | 22 m / 73 ft |
| Area Rank | #51 in United States |
| Population Rank | #45 of 46 in United States |
| GPS (DD) | 38.9073, -77.0369 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from District of Columbia 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maryland | United States | NE | 38 km | 23 mi | ~28m | 🗺 View |
| Delaware | United States | E | 131 km | 81 mi | ~1h 38m | 🗺 View |
| Virginia | United States | SW | 217 km | 135 mi | ~2h 43m | 🗺 View |
| Pennsylvania | United States | N | 256 km | 159 mi | ~3h 12m | 🗺 View |
| New Jersey | United States | NE | 260 km | 161 mi | ~3h 15m | 🗺 View |
| West Virginia | United States | W | 298 km | 185 mi | ~3h 44m | 🗺 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 District of Columbia, along with each city's aerial distance from Washington, D.C., District of Columbia'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | 38.8951° N | -77.0364° W | 7 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Downtown DC | 38.8935° N | -77.0199° W | 12 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Columbia Heights | 38.9257° N | -77.0294° W | 57 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Mount Pleasant | 38.9307° N | -77.0408° W | 55 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Central 14th Street / Spring Road | 38.9371° N | -77.0327° W | 58 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Northwest One | 38.9043° N | -77.012° W | 15 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Dupont Circle | 38.9084° N | -77.0441° W | 24 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Foggy Bottom | 38.9015° N | -77.0622° W | 1 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Mount Vernon Triangle | 38.9023° N | -77.0169° W | 15 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| H Street NE | 38.9002° N | -76.9959° W | 18 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in United States.
The satellite view of District of Columbia 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
District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia are latitude 38.9073° and longitude -77.0369°. In directional format: 38.9073° N, 77.0369° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of District of Columbia in United States and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
District of Columbia is a state or administrative region of United States, located in North America. Its capital city is Washington, D.C.. View the exact position of District of Columbia on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, District of Columbia is at: Latitude 38° 54' 26" N and Longitude 77° 2' 13" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
District of Columbia covers a total area of approximately 177.00 km² (68.34 mi²). This is roughly 0.00% of United States's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of District of Columbia is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 38.9073, -77.0369 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate District of Columbia in United States. For broader context, explore the United States national map or nearby states.
Today in District of Columbia, sunrise is at 03:17 AM and sunset is at 05:08 PM, giving a day length of 13h 50m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from District of Columbia's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
District of Columbia is approximately 4,331 km (2,691 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 6,673 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of District of Columbia — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Augusta, Australia, roughly 1,201 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.
