The Bronx, United States — GPS Coordinates
40° 50' 59.5" N, 73° 51' 59.1" W
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Population | 1,385,108 |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| UTC offset | UTC−5 / UTC−4 |
Located in the northeastern United States, The Bronx is a borough of New York City, situated on the mainland and bordered by the Harlem River to the north and the East River to the south. It is part of the larger New York metropolitan area and is known for its diverse culture and significant contributions to the arts and sports.
The coordinates 40.8499, -73.8664 are useful for various applications such as obtaining driving directions, sharing exact locations with others via drop-pin features, or geotagging photos taken in the area. These coordinates pinpoint a specific location within The Bronx, aiding in navigation and exploration of this vibrant borough.
Geographic Facts About The Bronx
- Sunrise
- 06:00
- local time, 9 August
- Sunset
- 20:03
- local time, 9 August
- Day length
- 14h 03m
- 9 August
- UTC offset
- UTC−5 / UTC−4
- America/New_York
- Antipode
- -40.849850, 106.133590
- 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.
The Bronx Coordinates in Every Format
The same location, expressed in each common coordinate notation. Tap any value to copy it.
- Decimal Degrees (DD) · most common
- 40.849850, -73.866410
- Degrees, Minutes, Seconds (DMS) · paper maps
- 40°50'59.5"N 73°51'59.1"W
- Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) · marine / aviation
- 40°50.991'N 73°51.985'W
- UTM · surveying / GIS
- 18N 595554E 4522708N
- Geohash · base32 index
- dr72rhkpe
- Plus Code · Open Location Code
- 87G8R4XM+WCW
- Geo URI · geo: scheme
- geo:40.849850,-73.866410
Distances from The Bronx
| City | Distance | Miles | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Heights | 6 km | 4 mi | W (270°) |
| Harlem | 8 km | 5 mi | SW (235°) |
| East Harlem | 9 km | 6 mi | SW (226°) |
| Yonkers | 9 km | 6 mi | NNW (344°) |
| Astoria | 10 km | 6 mi | SSW (212°) |
| Manhattan | 11 km | 7 mi | SW (229°) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the exact coordinates of The Bronx?
The precise coordinates for The Bronx are 40.8499° N latitude and -73.8664° W longitude. When reading coordinates, the first number indicates latitude (north-south position) and the second indicates longitude (east-west position).
What time zone is The Bronx in?
The Bronx is located in the America/New_York time zone, which has a UTC offset of -5 hours during Standard Time and -4 hours during Daylight Saving Time.
How can I use these coordinates in a mapping application?
To use the coordinates in a maps app or navigation system, simply enter '40.8499, -73.8664' into the search bar. This will direct you to The Bronx, allowing you to view the area or get directions.
City coordinates are sourced from the GeoNames gazetteer and expressed in the WGS84 datum. Read more about where this data comes from.