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La Puerta, Texas, United States – United States Flag

Current Date And Time In La Puerta, United States

Sunday, 26 July 2026
00:42:38 PDT
State: Texas
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC -08:00 (PDT)
Population: 632
District: Starr County

🗺 Map of La Puerta, Texas, United States – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of La Puerta, a city in Texas, 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 La Puerta 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 La Puerta.

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 La Puerta, Texas

📍 LATITUDE
26.345°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
98.745°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)26.3445° N98.745° W
Signed Decimal Degrees26.3445-98.745
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)26° 20' 40" N98° 44' 42" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)26° 20.6706' N98° 44.7018' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in La Puerta Today

🔥 SUNRISE
04:56 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:26 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 30m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
11:41 AM
Calculated for today (26 Jul 2026) from La Puerta’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
2,933 km
(1,822 mi) • La Puerta is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
9,851 km
(6,121 mi) • La Puerta is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
26.345° S, 81.255° E
The point exactly opposite La Puerta through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from La Puerta, you'd surface nearest to Coromandel-Graviers, Mauritius, about 1,960 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 La Puerta

📍 Location Details

CityLa Puerta
StateTexas (State of Texas)
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
DistrictStarr County
Time Zone-10:00 to -05:00

📈 Area & Population

Population632
Area (km²)0.82 km²
Area (mi²)0.32 mi²
Pop. Density770.73 /km²
Elevation49 m / 161 ft
GPS (DD)26.3445, -98.745

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of La Puerta

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 632
🏆 State Rank: #1171 of 1283 most populous in Texas
🏠 Share of Texas Population: 0.003%
📏 Built-Up Area: 0.82 km²
👥 Population Density: 771 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from La Puerta 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 Texas.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
B and E ColoniaTexasNW2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
Garza-Salinas IITexasNW2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
Las LomasTexasNW4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
Rio Grande CityTexasNW8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
West Alto Bonito ColoniaTexasE9 km5 mi~9m🗺 View
Alto BonitoTexasE11 km7 mi~11m🗺 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 La Puerta to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Austin
447 km (278 mi)
N of La Puerta • ~7h 27m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Washington
1,814 km (1,127 mi)
NE of La Puerta • ~30h 14m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Texas

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Houston29.7633° N-95.3633° W12 m236 km🗺 View Map
San Antonio29.4241° N-98.4936° W198 m118 km🗺 View Map
Dallas32.7831° N-96.8067° W128 m293 km🗺 View Map
Fort Worth32.7254° N-97.3209° W199 m276 km🗺 View Map
Austin30.2672° N-97.7431° W149 m0 km🗺 View Map
El Paso31.7587° N-106.4869° W1,133 m849 km🗺 View Map
Arlington32.7357° N-97.1081° W184 m281 km🗺 View Map
Corpus Christi27.8006° N-97.3964° W2 m276 km🗺 View Map
Plano33.0198° N-96.6989° W203 m322 km🗺 View Map
Laredo27.5064° N-99.5075° W126 m352 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
McAllen Miller International Airport
IATA: MFE
54 km (34 mi) from La Puerta
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🌍 La Puerta Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of La Puerta Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for La Puerta

The satellite view of La Puerta 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 La Puerta in Texas

La Puerta sits within Texas, 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 La Puerta Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of La Puerta 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 Texas. › Browse every city in Texas

💻 Using La Puerta Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for La Puerta 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 La Puerta Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About La Puerta Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of La Puerta?

The GPS coordinates of La Puerta are latitude 26.3445° and longitude -98.745°. In directional format: 26.3445° N, 98.745° W. These coordinates mark the center of La Puerta in Texas and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is La Puerta located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of La Puerta?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, La Puerta sits at: Latitude 26° 20' 40" N and Longitude 98° 44' 42" 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 La Puerta?

La Puerta has a population of approximately 632 people. This is roughly 0.003% of Texas's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Texas.

🗺 How can I view La Puerta on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of La Puerta is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 26.3445, -98.745 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate La Puerta in Texas. For broader context, explore the Texas state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to La Puerta?

The nearest airport to La Puerta is McAllen Miller International Airport (MFE), roughly 54 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is La Puerta from Austin?

La Puerta is approximately 447 km (278 mi) from Austin, the capital of Texas, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Texas.

⛰️ What is the elevation of La Puerta?

La Puerta sits at an elevation of approximately 49 meters (161 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Texas.

🗺 Which cities are closest to La Puerta?

The closest cities to La Puerta include B and E Colonia, Garza-Salinas II, Las Lomas. 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 La Puerta today?

Today in La Puerta, sunrise is at 04:56 AM and sunset is at 06:26 PM, giving a day length of 13h 30m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from La Puerta's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is La Puerta from the Equator?

La Puerta is approximately 2,933 km (1,822 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 9,851 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 La Puerta?

The antipodal point of La Puerta — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Coromandel-Graviers, Mauritius, roughly 1,960 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 La Puerta from Washington, the capital of United States?

La Puerta is approximately 1,814 km (1,127 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.