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Laurel, Virginia, United States – United States Flag

Current Date And Time In Laurel, United States

Sunday, 26 July 2026
07:19:03 PDT
State: Virginia
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC -08:00 (PDT)
Population: 16,713
District: Henrico County

🗺 Map of Laurel, Virginia, United States – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Laurel, a city in Virginia, 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 Laurel 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 Laurel.

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 Laurel, Virginia

📍 LATITUDE
37.643°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
77.509°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)37.6429° N77.5089° W
Signed Decimal Degrees37.6429-77.5089
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)37° 38' 35" N77° 30' 32" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)37° 38.5754' N77° 30.5324' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Laurel Today

🔥 SUNRISE
03:07 AM
🌅 SUNSET
05:25 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 17m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
10:16 AM
Calculated for today (26 Jul 2026) from Laurel’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,190 km
(2,604 mi) • Laurel is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
6,832 km
(4,245 mi) • Laurel is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
37.643° S, 102.491° E
The point exactly opposite Laurel through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Laurel, you'd surface nearest to Gnarabup, Australia, about 1,197 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 Laurel

📍 Location Details

CityLaurel
StateVirginia (Commonwealth of Virginia)
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
DistrictHenrico County
Time Zone-10:00 to -05:00

📈 Area & Population

Population16,713
Area (km²)14.05 km²
Area (mi²)5.42 mi²
Pop. Density1,189.54 /km²
Elevation67 m / 220 ft
GPS (DD)37.6429, -77.5089

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Laurel

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 16,713
🏆 State Rank: #70 of 454 most populous in Virginia
📏 Built-Up Area: 14.05 km²
👥 Population Density: 1,190 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Laurel 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 Virginia.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Laurel ParkVirginiaE1 km1 mi~1m🗺 View
Glen AllenVirginiaN3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
DumbartonVirginiaS5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
LakesideVirginiaSE5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
TuckahoeVirginiaSW7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
ChamberlayneVirginiaE7 km5 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 Laurel to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Richmond
11 km (7 mi)
SE of Laurel • ~11m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Washington
1,080 km (671 mi)
W of Laurel • ~17h 60m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Virginia

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Virginia Beach36.8529° N-75.978° W3 m153 km🗺 View Map
Norfolk36.8468° N-76.2852° W2 m130 km🗺 View Map
Chesapeake36.819° N-76.2749° W3 m133 km🗺 View Map
Richmond37.5538° N-77.4603° W64 m0 km🗺 View Map
Arlington38.881° N-77.1043° W71 m151 km🗺 View Map
Newport News36.9804° N-76.4298° W6 m111 km🗺 View Map
Alexandria38.8048° N-77.0469° W12 m144 km🗺 View Map
East Hampton37.0374° N-76.3316° W1 m115 km🗺 View Map
Hampton37.0299° N-76.3452° W1 m115 km🗺 View Map
Roanoke37.271° N-79.9414° W285 m221 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Richmond International Airport
IATA: RIC
23 km (14 mi) from Laurel
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🌍 Laurel Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Laurel Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Laurel

The satellite view of Laurel 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 Laurel in Virginia

Laurel sits within Virginia, 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 Laurel Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Laurel 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 Virginia. › Browse every city in Virginia

💻 Using Laurel Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Laurel 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 Laurel Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Laurel Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Laurel?

The GPS coordinates of Laurel are latitude 37.6429° and longitude -77.5089°. In directional format: 37.6429° N, 77.5089° W. These coordinates mark the center of Laurel in Virginia and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Laurel located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Laurel?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Laurel sits at: Latitude 37° 38' 35" N and Longitude 77° 30' 32" 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 Laurel?

Laurel has a population of approximately 16,713 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Virginia.

🗺 How can I view Laurel on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Laurel is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 37.6429, -77.5089 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Laurel in Virginia. For broader context, explore the Virginia state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Laurel?

The nearest airport to Laurel is Richmond International Airport (RIC), roughly 23 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Laurel from Richmond?

Laurel is approximately 11 km (7 mi) from Richmond, the capital of Virginia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Virginia.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Laurel?

Laurel sits at an elevation of approximately 67 meters (220 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Virginia.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Laurel?

The closest cities to Laurel include Laurel Park, Glen Allen, Dumbarton. 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 Laurel today?

Today in Laurel, sunrise is at 03:07 AM and sunset is at 05:25 PM, giving a day length of 14h 17m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Laurel's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Laurel from the Equator?

Laurel is approximately 4,190 km (2,604 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 6,832 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 Laurel?

The antipodal point of Laurel — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Gnarabup, Australia, roughly 1,197 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 Laurel from Washington, the capital of United States?

Laurel is approximately 1,080 km (671 mi) W of Washington, the national capital of United States, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.