Chicago, United States — GPS Coordinates
41° 51' 0.1" N, 87° 39' 0.2" W
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Population | 2,664,452 |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| UTC offset | UTC−6 / UTC−5 |
Located in the northeastern part of Illinois, Chicago is positioned along the southwestern shore of Lake Michigan, making it a key inland port city. It serves as a cultural and economic hub in the Midwest, with significant influence from its diverse neighborhoods and industries.
The GPS coordinates 41.8500, -87.6500 can be utilized for various practical applications, including driving directions, sharing locations through mobile apps, and geotagging photographs. Users can easily pinpoint Chicago's location for navigation or logistical purposes.
Geographic Facts About Chicago
- Sunrise
- 05:53
- local time, 9 August
- Sunset
- 20:01
- local time, 9 August
- Day length
- 14h 07m
- 9 August
- UTC offset
- UTC−6 / UTC−5
- America/Chicago
- Antipode
- -41.850030, 92.349950
- the point on the exact opposite side of the Earth
Sun times are computed from the coordinates for the date shown, in the city's local time, and are accurate to within a few minutes.
Chicago Coordinates in Every Format
The same location, expressed in each common coordinate notation. Tap any value to copy it.
- Decimal Degrees (DD) · most common
- 41.850030, -87.650050
- Degrees, Minutes, Seconds (DMS) · paper maps
- 41°51'0.1"N 87°39'0.2"W
- Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) · marine / aviation
- 41°51.002'N 87°39.003'W
- UTM · surveying / GIS
- 16N 446038E 4633330N
- Geohash · base32 index
- dp3wj6x4j
- Plus Code · Open Location Code
- 86HJV82X+2X8
- Geo URI · geo: scheme
- geo:41.850030,-87.650050
Distances from Chicago
| City | Distance | Miles | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Naperville | 42 km | 26 mi | W (260°) |
| Joliet | 51 km | 32 mi | SW (225°) |
| Elgin | 56 km | 35 mi | WNW (292°) |
| South Bend | 118 km | 73 mi | E (99°) |
| Rockford | 128 km | 80 mi | WNW (292°) |
| Milwaukee | 134 km | 83 mi | N (351°) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the precise GPS coordinates for Chicago?
The precise coordinates for Chicago are 41.8500° N latitude and -87.6500° W longitude. When reading coordinates, note that latitude is always listed first, followed by longitude.
What time zone is Chicago in, and what is its UTC offset?
Chicago is in the America/Chicago time zone, which has a UTC offset of -6 hours during Standard Time and -5 hours during Daylight Saving Time.
How can I use the coordinates for navigation purposes?
To use the coordinates with a maps app or navigation system, simply enter '41.8500, -87.6500' into the search bar. This will direct you to Chicago's location, allowing for route planning and directions.
City coordinates are sourced from the GeoNames gazetteer and expressed in the WGS84 datum. Read more about where this data comes from.