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Rapid Valley, South Dakota, United States – United States Flag

Current Date And Time In Rapid Valley, United States

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
04:04:33 PDT
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC -08:00 (PDT)
Population: 8,260
District: Pennington County

🗺 Map of Rapid Valley, South Dakota, United States – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Rapid Valley, a city in South Dakota, 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 Rapid Valley 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 Rapid Valley.

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 Rapid Valley, South Dakota

📍 LATITUDE
44.062°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
103.146°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)44.0625° N103.1463° W
Signed Decimal Degrees44.0625-103.1463
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)44° 3' 45" N103° 8' 47" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)44° 3.7494' N103° 8.7774' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Rapid Valley Today

🔥 SUNRISE
04:51 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:03 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 11m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
11:57 AM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Rapid Valley’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,905 km
(3,048 mi) • Rapid Valley is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
8,251 km
(5,127 mi) • Rapid Valley is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
44.062° S, 76.854° E
The point exactly opposite Rapid Valley through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Rapid Valley, you'd surface nearest to Port-aux-FranΓ§ais, French Southern Territories, about 775 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 Rapid Valley

📍 Location Details

CityRapid Valley
StateSouth Dakota (State of South Dakota)
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
DistrictPennington County
Time Zone-10:00 to -05:00

📈 Area & Population

Population8,260
Area (km²)19.28 km²
Area (mi²)7.44 mi²
Pop. Density428.42 /km²
Elevation962 m / 3,156 ft
GPS (DD)44.0625, -103.1463

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Rapid Valley

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: South Dakota
Parent Country: United States

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 8,260
🏆 State Rank: #14 of 152 most populous in South Dakota
🏠 Share of South Dakota Population: 0.893%
📏 Built-Up Area: 19.28 km²
👥 Population Density: 428 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Rapid Valley 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 South Dakota.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Green ValleySouth DakotaSE4 km3 mi~4m🗺 View
Rapid CitySouth DakotaW7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
Ashland HeightsSouth DakotaN8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
Box ElderSouth DakotaNE8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
Ellsworth Air Force BaseSouth DakotaNE11 km7 mi~11m🗺 View
Colonial Pine HillsSouth DakotaSW15 km9 mi~15m🗺 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 Rapid Valley to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Pierre
225 km (140 mi)
E of Rapid Valley • ~3h 45m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Washington
1,187 km (738 mi)
E of Rapid Valley • ~19h 47m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in South Dakota

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in South Dakota, the home state of Rapid Valley, along with each city's aerial distance from Pierre, South Dakota's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Sioux Falls43.5437° N-96.728° W448 m304 km🗺 View Map
Rapid City44.0805° N-103.231° W988 m232 km🗺 View Map
Aberdeen45.4647° N-98.4865° W397 m191 km🗺 View Map
Brookings44.3114° N-96.7984° W494 m283 km🗺 View Map
Watertown44.8994° N-97.1151° W528 m263 km🗺 View Map
Mitchell43.7094° N-98.0298° W400 m199 km🗺 View Map
Yankton42.8711° N-97.3973° W368 m290 km🗺 View Map
Pierre44.3683° N-100.351° W451 m0 km🗺 View Map
Huron44.3633° N-98.2143° W390 m170 km🗺 View Map
Spearfish44.4908° N-103.8594° W1,112 m279 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Rapid City Regional Airport
IATA: RAP
7 km (5 mi) from Rapid Valley
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🌍 Rapid Valley Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Rapid Valley Matter

The exact GPS location of Rapid Valley gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside South Dakota. 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 South Dakota state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Rapid Valley

The satellite view of Rapid Valley 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 Rapid Valley in South Dakota

Rapid Valley sits within South Dakota, 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 Rapid Valley Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Rapid Valley 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 South Dakota. › Browse every city in South Dakota

💻 Using Rapid Valley Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Rapid Valley 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 Rapid Valley Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Rapid Valley Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Rapid Valley?

The GPS coordinates of Rapid Valley are latitude 44.0625° and longitude -103.1463°. In directional format: 44.0625° N, 103.1463° W. These coordinates mark the center of Rapid Valley in South Dakota and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Rapid Valley located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Rapid Valley?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Rapid Valley sits at: Latitude 44° 3' 45" N and Longitude 103° 8' 47" 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 Rapid Valley?

Rapid Valley has a population of approximately 8,260 people. This is roughly 0.893% of South Dakota's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in South Dakota.

🗺 How can I view Rapid Valley on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Rapid Valley is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 44.0625, -103.1463 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Rapid Valley in South Dakota. For broader context, explore the South Dakota state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Rapid Valley?

The nearest airport to Rapid Valley is Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP), roughly 7 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Rapid Valley from Pierre?

Rapid Valley is approximately 225 km (140 mi) from Pierre, the capital of South Dakota, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in South Dakota.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Rapid Valley?

Rapid Valley sits at an elevation of approximately 962 meters (3,156 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for South Dakota.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Rapid Valley?

The closest cities to Rapid Valley include Green Valley, Rapid City, Ashland Heights. 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 Rapid Valley today?

Today in Rapid Valley, sunrise is at 04:51 AM and sunset is at 07:03 PM, giving a day length of 14h 11m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Rapid Valley's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Rapid Valley from the Equator?

Rapid Valley is approximately 4,905 km (3,048 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 8,251 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 Rapid Valley?

The antipodal point of Rapid Valley — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Port-aux-FranΓ§ais, French Southern Territories, roughly 775 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 Rapid Valley from Washington, the capital of United States?

Rapid Valley is approximately 1,187 km (738 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.