Elevation Finder
Find the elevation of any location on Earth. Enter an address or click on the map.
Location Details:
Latitude: 51.505000°
Longitude: -0.090000°
What Is Elevation?
Elevation is the height of a point on the Earth’s surface above mean sea level (MSL). It is usually given in meters (m) or feet (ft). A place at 0 m is at sea level; negative values, such as the shore of the Dead Sea, are below sea level. This elevation finder returns the ground height for any latitude and longitude you search or click.
How to Find the Elevation of Any Location
- Search an address, town, mountain or landmark in the box above, or
- Click any point on the map, or
- Press “Use my location” to see the elevation where you are standing.
- Read the result in meters and feet. Click Copy to save the elevation and coordinates.
Elevation vs Altitude vs Height
| Term | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Elevation | Height of the ground surface above mean sea level | Denver sits at an elevation of about 1,609 m (5,280 ft) |
| Altitude | Height of an object above sea level (or above the ground), often in the air | A plane cruising at an altitude of 11,000 m |
| Height | Vertical size of an object from its base | The Eiffel Tower is 330 m tall |
So “height above sea level” and “altitude above sea level” of a place usually mean its elevation — which is what this tool shows.
How Accurate Is This Elevation Data?
Elevations are looked up from the Open-Elevation API, an open-source elevation service built on public digital elevation model (DEM) data — a global grid of ground heights measured by satellite radar. Typical vertical accuracy is within a few meters on open ground. Results can differ in these cases:
- Buildings and forests — radar may measure the tops of roofs or trees rather than the ground.
- Steep terrain and cliffs — each grid cell averages the heights inside it.
- Your phone’s GPS altitude — GPS measures height above the WGS84 ellipsoid, not sea level. The difference (the geoid height) can be up to about 100 m depending on where you are, which is why your phone and a map may disagree.
Usage Tips
- Enter an address or location name
- Click directly on the map
- Copy values with one click
- Results in meters above sea level
Common Uses of an Elevation Finder
- Hiking and climbing — plan ascent, check summit heights
- Cycling and running — compare climbs between routes
- Construction and real estate — flood risk, drainage, grading
- Flood and sea-level planning
- Gardening and farming — elevation affects growing season
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find the elevation of my location?
Press "Use my location" above and allow location access. The tool looks up the ground elevation at your coordinates and shows it in meters and feet.
What does "above sea level" mean?
It means height measured from mean sea level — the average level of the ocean surface. A place 100 m above sea level is 100 m higher than that average ocean surface.
Why is my phone's altitude different from this elevation?
Phones measure GPS altitude above a mathematical ellipsoid, not sea level, and GPS is less precise vertically than horizontally. This tool uses a terrain elevation model referenced to mean sea level, so the numbers can differ by several meters or more.
How accurate is the elevation data?
On open ground it is typically accurate to within a few meters. Accuracy is lower in dense forest, cities with tall buildings and very steep terrain.
Can elevation be negative?
Yes. Places below mean sea level have negative elevation — for example the shore of the Dead Sea, at roughly −430 meters.
How do I convert elevation from meters to feet?
Multiply meters by 3.28084. For example, 1,000 m × 3.28084 = 3,281 ft. This tool shows both units automatically.
Elevation of Notable Locations Worldwide
Here are the elevations of some well-known locations to give you a sense of scale and help verify your results:
| Location | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation (m) | Elevation (ft) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Everest, Nepal/China | 27.9881 | 86.9250 | 8,849 | 29,032 |
| Aconcagua, Argentina | -32.6532 | -70.0109 | 6,961 | 22,838 |
| Denali, Alaska, USA | 63.0692 | -151.0070 | 6,190 | 20,310 |
| Kilimanjaro, Tanzania | -3.0758 | 37.3533 | 5,895 | 19,341 |
| La Paz, Bolivia (city) | -16.4897 | -68.1193 | ≈ 3,640 | ≈ 11,940 |
| Denver, Colorado, USA | 39.7392 | -104.9903 | 1,609 | 5,280 |
| London, UK | 51.5074 | -0.1278 | 11 | 36 |
| Badwater Basin, Death Valley, USA | 36.2422 | -116.8258 | -86 | -282 |
| Dead Sea, Israel/Jordan | 31.5590 | 35.4732 | ≈ -430 | ≈ -1,410 |
Note: Elevations are approximate reference values, measured relative to mean sea level. Everest is 8,848.86 m per the 2020 China–Nepal survey; city elevations vary across the city. The Dead Sea sits below sea level and is falling roughly 1 m per year.