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Thoreau, New Mexico, United States – United States Flag

Current Date And Time In Thoreau, United States

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
08:40:42 PDT
State: New Mexico
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC -08:00 (PDT)
Population: 1,865
District: McKinley County

🗺 Map of Thoreau, New Mexico, United States – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Thoreau, a city in New Mexico, 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 Thoreau 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 Thoreau.

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 Thoreau, New Mexico

📍 LATITUDE
35.403°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
108.223°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)35.4025° N108.2234° W
Signed Decimal Degrees35.4025-108.2234
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)35° 24' 9" N108° 13' 24" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)35° 24.1518' N108° 13.404' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Thoreau Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:28 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:06 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 37m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:17 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Thoreau’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
3,941 km
(2,449 mi) • Thoreau is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
9,820 km
(6,102 mi) • Thoreau is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
35.403° S, 71.777° E
The point exactly opposite Thoreau through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Thoreau, you'd surface nearest to Port-aux-FranΓ§ais, French Southern Territories, about 1,556 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 Thoreau

📍 Location Details

CityThoreau
StateNew Mexico (State of New Mexico)
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
DistrictMcKinley County
Time Zone-10:00 to -05:00

📈 Area & Population

Population1,865
Area (km²)41.22 km²
Area (mi²)15.92 mi²
Pop. Density45.25 /km²
Elevation2,177 m / 7,143 ft
GPS (DD)35.4025, -108.2234

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Thoreau

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: New Mexico
Parent Country: United States

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 1,865
🏆 State Rank: #90 of 219 most populous in New Mexico
🏠 Share of New Mexico Population: 0.088%
📏 Built-Up Area: 41.22 km²
👥 Population Density: 45 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Thoreau 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 New Mexico.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Bluewater VillageNew MexicoSE29 km18 mi~29m🗺 View
CrownpointNew MexicoN31 km19 mi~31m🗺 View
Church RockNew MexicoNW37 km23 mi~37m🗺 View
MilanNew MexicoSE40 km25 mi~40m🗺 View
GrantsNew MexicoSE44 km27 mi~44m🗺 View
San RafaelNew MexicoSE45 km28 mi~45m🗺 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 Thoreau to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Santa Fe
209 km (130 mi)
E of Thoreau • ~3h 29m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Washington
1,746 km (1,085 mi)
NE of Thoreau • ~29h 6m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in New Mexico

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in New Mexico, the home state of Thoreau, along with each city's aerial distance from Santa Fe, New Mexico's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Albuquerque35.0845° N-106.6511° W1,511 m93 km🗺 View Map
Las Cruces32.3123° N-106.7783° W1,191 m383 km🗺 View Map
Enchanted Hills35.3368° N-106.593° W1,500 m71 km🗺 View Map
Rio Rancho35.2334° N-106.6645° W1,610 m83 km🗺 View Map
Santa Fe35.687° N-105.9378° W2,132 m0 km🗺 View Map
Roswell33.3944° N-104.5249° W1,090 m286 km🗺 View Map
Farmington36.7281° N-108.2187° W1,615 m235 km🗺 View Map
South Valley35.01° N-106.6781° W1,501 m101 km🗺 View Map
Clovis34.4048° N-103.2052° W1,301 m287 km🗺 View Map
Hobbs32.7026° N-103.136° W1,104 m420 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Gallup Municipal Airport
IATA: GUP
53 km (33 mi) from Thoreau
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🌍 Thoreau Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Thoreau Matter

The exact GPS location of Thoreau gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside New Mexico. 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 New Mexico state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Thoreau 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 Thoreau are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Thoreau

The satellite view of Thoreau 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 Thoreau in New Mexico

Thoreau sits within New Mexico, 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 Thoreau Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Thoreau 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 New Mexico. › Browse every city in New Mexico

💻 Using Thoreau Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Thoreau 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 Thoreau Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Thoreau 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 Thoreau. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare New Mexico CitiesAccess the full city directory for New Mexico ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Thoreau Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Thoreau?

The GPS coordinates of Thoreau are latitude 35.4025° and longitude -108.2234°. In directional format: 35.4025° N, 108.2234° W. These coordinates mark the center of Thoreau in New Mexico and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Thoreau located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Thoreau?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Thoreau sits at: Latitude 35° 24' 9" N and Longitude 108° 13' 24" 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 Thoreau?

Thoreau has a population of approximately 1,865 people. This is roughly 0.088% of New Mexico's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in New Mexico.

🗺 How can I view Thoreau on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Thoreau is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 35.4025, -108.2234 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Thoreau in New Mexico. For broader context, explore the New Mexico state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Thoreau?

The nearest airport to Thoreau is Gallup Municipal Airport (GUP), roughly 53 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Thoreau from Santa Fe?

Thoreau is approximately 209 km (130 mi) from Santa Fe, the capital of New Mexico, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in New Mexico.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Thoreau?

Thoreau sits at an elevation of approximately 2,177 meters (7,143 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for New Mexico.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Thoreau?

The closest cities to Thoreau include Bluewater Village, Crownpoint, Church Rock. 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 Thoreau today?

Today in Thoreau, sunrise is at 05:28 AM and sunset is at 07:06 PM, giving a day length of 13h 37m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Thoreau's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Thoreau from the Equator?

Thoreau is approximately 3,941 km (2,449 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 9,820 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 Thoreau?

The antipodal point of Thoreau — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Port-aux-FranΓ§ais, French Southern Territories, roughly 1,556 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 Thoreau from Washington, the capital of United States?

Thoreau is approximately 1,746 km (1,085 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.