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The topography of the United States is characterized by diverse and dynamic landscapes that vary widely across the country. In the east, rolling hills and low mountains transition into the Appalachian Mountains, featuring peaks that generally reach around 6,000 feet (1,829 meters). Moving westward, the terrain shifts to the expansive Great Plains, which stretch for over 1,300 miles (2,092 meters) and are noted for their flatness, averaging around 1,000 feet (305 meters) in elevation​. The western region is dominated by the Rocky Mountains, where elevations soar, including Denali in Alaska, the highest point in North America at 20,310 feet (6,190 meters). This mountainous terrain gives way to varied landscapes such as plateaus and canyons, particularly in the Four Corners area​. Additionally, the Great Basin features an array of fault-block mountains and valleys that create a unique pattern of alternating high and low terrain, while the Pacific Northwest is marked by volcanic activity, leading to rugged, scenic vistas​. Overall, the U.S. showcases a rich tapestry of geological formations and elevations, reflecting its complex geological history and climatic conditions.

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Location: United States (-14.76084 -180.00000 71.58895 180.00000)

Average elevation: 1,014 ft

Minimum elevation: -95 ft

Maximum elevation: 16,407 ft

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San Francisco Bay Area

United States > California > San Francisco

The San Francisco Bay Area is characterized by a diverse and dynamic topography shaped by geological processes over millions of years. This region features a combination of coastal plains, steep hills, and rugged mountains, all influenced by the tectonic activity associated with the nearby San Andreas Fault…

Average elevation: 371 ft

City of London

United Kingdom > England > City of London > City of London

The elevation of the City ranges from sea level at the Thames to 21.6 metres (71 ft) at the junction of High Holborn and Chancery Lane. Two small but notable hills are within the historic core, Ludgate Hill to the west and Cornhill to the east. Between them ran the Walbrook, one of the many "lost" rivers or…

Average elevation: 138 ft

Indianapolis

United States > Indiana > Indianapolis

Indianapolis is within the Tipton Till Plain, a flat to gently sloping terrain underlain by glacial deposits known as till. The lowest point in the city is about 650 feet (198 m) above mean sea level, with the highest natural elevation at about 900 feet (274 m) above sea level. Few hills or short ridges, known…

Average elevation: 791 ft

Baltimore

United States > Maryland

Baltimore exhibits a diverse topography that plays a significant role in its character and development. Situated along the Patapsco River, which flows into the Chesapeake Bay, the city is positioned on the fall line that separates the Piedmont Plateau to the west from the Atlantic Coastal Plain to the east.…

Average elevation: 213 ft

Flagstaff

United States > Arizona > Coconino County

Flagstaff, located in Coconino County, Arizona, is characterized by its diverse topography, primarily shaped by its high elevation and volcanic activity. Sitting at around 7,000 feet (approximately 2,130 meters), the city is surrounded by the expansive Coconino National Forest, which features a blend of…

Average elevation: 7,139 ft

North America

North America's topography is characterized by its diverse and dramatic landscapes, stretching from the towering Rocky Mountains in the west to the expansive Great Plains in the central region, and the rugged Appalachian Mountains in the east. The Rocky Mountains, which include peaks exceeding 20,000 feet…

Average elevation: 965 ft

Sedona

United States > Arizona > Sedona

Average elevation: 4,836 ft

Madison

United States > Wisconsin > Dane County

The city is sometimes described as The City of Four Lakes, comprising the four successive lakes of the Yahara River: Lake Mendota ("Fourth Lake"), Lake Monona ("Third Lake"), Lake Waubesa ("Second Lake") and Lake Kegonsa ("First Lake"), although Waubesa and Kegonsa are not actually in Madison, but just south…

Average elevation: 948 ft

South America

South America's topography is marked by remarkable diversity and dramatic contrasts. The continent is dominated by the Andes mountain range, which runs along its western edge, stretching over 4,300 miles from Venezuela to Chile. These mountains are home to some of the highest peaks in the Western Hemisphere,…

Average elevation: 928 ft

Virginia Beach

United States > Virginia > Virginia Beach

Virginia Beach, Virginia, located in the coastal region of the United States, features a predominantly flat terrain characterized by its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean. The elevation is remarkably low, averaging about 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level, which contributes to the area's susceptibility to…

Average elevation: 7 ft

Austin

United States > Texas > Travis County

The elevation of Austin varies from 425 feet (130 m) to approximately 1,000 feet (305 m) above sea level. Due to the fact it straddles the Balcones Fault, much of the eastern part of the city is flat, with heavy clay and loam soils, whereas the western part and western suburbs consist of rolling hills on the…

Average elevation: 666 ft

Port Charlotte

United States > Florida > Charlotte County

Port Charlotte is characterized by a predominantly flat and low-lying terrain, typical of Florida’s coastal landscape. The area features a network of waterways, including the Peace River and Charlotte Harbor, which provide ample opportunities for recreational activities like boating and fishing. Elevations…

Average elevation: 13 ft

Santa Cruz Mountains

United States > California > Santa Clara County

The Santa Cruz Mountains are a region of great biological diversity, encompassing cool, moist coastal ecosystems as well as warm, dry chaparral. Much of the area in the Santa Cruz mountains is considered temperate rainforest. In valleys and moist ocean-facing slopes some of the southernmost coast redwoods…

Average elevation: 755 ft

Dillon

United States > Colorado > Summit County

Average elevation: 9,173 ft

Santa Rosa Beach

United States > Florida > Walton County

Average elevation: 13 ft

Himalayas

Nepal > Koshi Province > Solukhumbu

The Himalayas present a dramatic and varied topography characterized by towering peaks, deep valleys, and extensive glaciers. This majestic mountain range features some of the highest elevations on Earth, including Mount Everest, which rises to 29,035 feet. The terrain is marked by steep, jagged ridges and…

Average elevation: 24,787 ft

Europe

Europe's topography is characterized by a striking contrast between its rugged southern mountains and the expansive plains of the north. The continent is often described as a "peninsula of peninsulas," featuring major peninsulas like the Iberian, Italian, and Balkan, each with unique geological features. In…

Average elevation: 732 ft

Richmond City

United States > Virginia > Richmond City

Average elevation: 174 ft

Donner Pass

United States > California > Placer County

Average elevation: 7,100 ft

Eleuthera

The Bahamas > South Eleuthera

Average elevation: 0 ft

San Diego

United States > California > San Diego County > San Diego

The climate in San Diego, like most of Southern California, often varies significantly over short geographical distances, resulting in microclimates. In San Diego, this is mostly because of the city's topography (the Bay, and the numerous hills, mountains, and canyons). Frequently, particularly during the "May…

Average elevation: 187 ft

Snoqualmie Pass

United States > Washington > King County

Due to its elevation, Snoqualmie Pass experiences significantly lower temperatures than Seattle, and receives much more precipitation, much of it being snow. Snoqualmie Pass has a humid continental climate (Koppen: Dsb bordering Csb) with cold, very wet and snowy winters, and mild to warm, relatively dry…

Average elevation: 3,438 ft

Queen Anne Hill

United States > Washington > King County > Seattle

Average elevation: 180 ft

Florida Keys

United States > Florida > Monroe County

The Florida Keys, an archipelago extending about 120 miles from the southeastern tip of Florida, feature a unique topography characterized by low-lying coral islands and a series of intricate waterways. Most islands are less than 5 feet above sea level, contributing to their vulnerability to storm surges and…

Average elevation: 0 ft

Stone Mountain

United States > Georgia > DeKalb County

The park is owned by the state of Georgia and is currently managed by Herschend Family Entertainment. At its summit, the elevation is 1,686 feet (514 m) above sea level and 825 feet (251 m) above the surrounding area. Stone Mountain is well known for not only its geology, but also the enormous rock relief on…

Average elevation: 981 ft

Kailua-Kona

United States > Hawaii > Hawaiʻi County

Average elevation: 328 ft

Heber City

United States > Utah > Wasatch County > Heber > Heber City

Average elevation: 5,771 ft

Kennedyville

United States > Maryland > Kent County

Average elevation: 59 ft

Kingsville

United States > Ohio > Ashtabula County

Average elevation: 741 ft

Rescue

United States > California > El Dorado County > Cameron Park

Rescue, formerly Green Valley, El Dorado County, California, is an unincorporated community in El Dorado County, California. It is located north-northwest of Shingle Springs and north-northeast of Cameron Park. The zip code is 95672, and Rescue is located in area code 530. The town lies at an elevation of 1214…

Average elevation: 1,289 ft

Anna Maria island

United States > Florida > Manatee County

Anna Maria Island features a flat, sandy topography typical of a barrier island on the Gulf Coast. With an average elevation of around 15 feet above sea level, the terrain includes broad beaches, low dunes, and narrow stretches of sandy soil, making it highly vulnerable to storm surges and tidal flooding. The…

Average elevation: 7 ft

Birmingham

United Kingdom > England > Birmingham

Birmingham is a snowy city relative to other large UK conurbations, due to its inland location and comparatively high elevation. Between 1961 and 1990 Birmingham Airport averaged 13.0 days of snow lying annually, compared to 5.33 at London Heathrow. Snow showers often pass through the city via the Cheshire gap…

Average elevation: 427 ft

Cleveland

United States > Ohio > Cuyahoga County > Cleveland

The land rises quickly from the lake shore elevation of 569 feet. Public Square, less than one mile (1.6 km) inland, sits at an elevation of 650 feet (198 m), and Hopkins Airport, 5 miles (8 km) inland from the lake, is at an elevation of 791 feet (241 m).

Average elevation: 725 ft

Gulf of Mexico

Average elevation: 66 ft

Atlanta

United States > Georgia > Fulton County

Atlanta (/ætˈlæntə/ at-LAN-tə) is the capital and most populous city of the U.S. state of Georgia. It is the seat of Fulton County, the most populous county in Georgia. With a population of 498,715 living within the city limits, it is the eighth most populous city in the Southeast and 38th most populous…

Average elevation: 935 ft

Atlantic Ocean

In 1922, a historic moment in cartography and oceanography occurred. The USS Stewart used a Navy Sonic Depth Finder to draw a continuous map across the bed of the Atlantic. This involved little guesswork because the idea of sonar is straightforward with pulses being sent from the vessel, which bounce off the…

Average elevation: 0 ft

Appalachian Mountains

United States > North Carolina > Yancey County

The Appalachian Mountains (French: Appalaches), often called the Appalachians, are a system of mountains in eastern to northeastern North America. The Appalachians first formed roughly 480 million years ago during the Ordovician Period. They once reached elevations similar to those of the Alps and the Rocky…

Average elevation: 4,800 ft

Blue Ridge Mountains

United States > Virginia > Botetourt County

Although the term "Blue Ridge" is sometimes applied exclusively to the eastern edge or front range of the Appalachian Mountains, the geological definition of the Blue Ridge province extends westward to the Ridge and Valley area, encompassing the Great Smoky Mountains, the Great Balsams, the Roans, the Blacks,…

Average elevation: 1,509 ft

Many Glacier

United States > Montana > Glacier County

Average elevation: 5,440 ft

Ocean City

United States > Maryland > Ocean City

Average elevation: 3 ft

Rising Fawn

United States > Georgia > Dade County

Average elevation: 1,030 ft

Parrish

United States > Florida > Manatee County

Parrish features a predominantly flat terrain with an average elevation of approximately 36 feet above sea level. The area's landscape is characterized by gently rolling hills and low-lying regions, making it typical of the Central Florida topography. Surrounding Parrish are numerous wetlands and drainage…

Average elevation: 39 ft

Fort Jeudy

Grenada > Saint George

Average elevation: 72 ft

Mount Lukens

United States > California > Los Angeles County > Los Angeles

It is in the Sunland-Tujunga community within the northeast corner of the city of Los Angeles, above the Crescenta Valley. The summit, at 5,075 feet (1,547 m) in elevation, is the highest point within the city limits. The summit's elevation makes Los Angeles the city with the largest difference between high…

Average elevation: 3,858 ft

Manchaca

United States > Texas > Travis County

Average elevation: 682 ft

Mount Rushmore

United States > South Dakota

Mount Rushmore National Memorial is centered on a colossal sculpture carved into the granite face of Mount Rushmore (Lakota Tȟuŋkášila Šákpe, or Six Grandfathers) in the Black Hills in Keystone, South Dakota. Sculptor Gutzon Borglum created the sculpture's design and oversaw the project's execution from…

Average elevation: 5,125 ft

Blair Valley

United States > California

Average elevation: 2,654 ft

Sanibel Island

United States > Florida > Lee County > Sanibel

Average elevation: 3 ft

Scottish Highlands

United Kingdom > Scotland > Highland

The Scottish Highlands are renowned for their rugged, mountainous terrain that dominates much of the region. Stretching across the northern and central parts of Scotland, the landscape is shaped by ancient geological forces, including the Caledonian Orogeny, which caused significant tectonic collisions…

Average elevation: 2,976 ft

Hayden Butte

United States > Arizona > Maricopa County > Tempe

Average elevation: 1,175 ft

Hot Springs National Park

United States > Arkansas > Garland County > Hot Springs

The National Park Service exercises no control or supervision over any matters connected with the city. The city starts on the other side of Central Avenue from Bathhouse Row. Its development has extended beyond the narrow valley in which the springs are located, spreading out over the open plain to the south…

Average elevation: 745 ft

Charlottesville

United States > Virginia

Average elevation: 568 ft

Denver

United States > Colorado

Denver is in the western United States, in the South Platte River Valley on the western edge of the High Plains just east of the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains. Its downtown district is immediately east of the confluence of Cherry Creek and the South Platte River, about 12 miles (19 kilometres) east of the…

Average elevation: 5,459 ft

Evergreen

United States > Colorado > Jefferson County

Evergreen sits at an elevation of 7,220 feet (2,200 m) in the Rocky Mountains, 19 miles west of Denver, Colorado. Its addresses are oriented according to the Street_system_of_Denver.

Average elevation: 7,575 ft

Fairbanks

United States > Alaska > Fairbanks North Star

Fairbanks is situated within the central Tanana Valley, characterized by a diverse and dynamic topography. The city straddles the Chena River, which flows southwest into the larger Tanana River, defining Fairbanks' southern border. To the north, a gradual incline leads into a chain of hills that ascend toward…

Average elevation: 479 ft

Riverton

United States > Kansas > Cherokee County

Average elevation: 833 ft

Saint Francis River

United States

Average elevation: 266 ft

Johnston Island

United States

The climate is tropical but generally dry. Northeast trade winds are consistent and there is little seasonal temperature variation. With elevation ranging from sea level to 5 m (16 ft) at Summit Peak, the islands contain some low-growing vegetation and palm trees on mostly flat terrain, and no natural fresh…

Average elevation: 3 ft

Oscarville

United States > Georgia > Forsyth County

Average elevation: 1,112 ft

Eureka

United States > Missouri > Saint Louis County > Eureka > Eureka

Average elevation: 538 ft

Glen Rose

United States > Texas > Somervell County > Glen Rose > Glen Rose

Average elevation: 741 ft

Castle Pines

United States > Colorado > Douglas County > Castle Pines

Average elevation: 6,352 ft

Tucson

United States > Arizona > Pima County > Tucson

The city's elevation is 2,643 ft (806 m) above sea level (as measured at the Tucson International Airport). Tucson is on an alluvial plain in the Sonoran Desert, surrounded by five minor ranges of mountains: the Santa Catalina Mountains and the Tortolita Mountains to the north, the Santa Rita Mountains to the…

Average elevation: 2,743 ft

Wake Island

United States

On November 1, 2015, a complex $230 million U.S. military missile defense system test event, called Campaign Fierce Sentry Flight Test Operational-02 Event 2 (FTO-02 E2), was conducted at Wake Island and the surrounding ocean areas. The test involved a Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system built…

Average elevation: 3 ft

Adirondack Mountains

United States

Average elevation: 1,099 ft

Eastern Island

United States

Average elevation: 0 ft

Hudson

United States > Florida > Hudson

Hudson features a predominantly flat and low-lying topography typical of the region, with an average elevation of approximately 16 feet above sea level. This terrain is interspersed with various wetlands and small lakes, creating a rich ecosystem that supports diverse wildlife. The area also includes a few…

Average elevation: 16 ft

Midway Atoll

United States

Average elevation: 0 ft

Lutz

United States > Florida > Hillsborough County > Tampa

Lutz is characterized by a gently rolling topography that showcases the distinctive features of the central Florida landscape. The area has an average elevation of about 70 feet (21 meters) above sea level, contributing to its mild undulations rather than dramatic elevation changes. The terrain is marked by a…

Average elevation: 66 ft

Ouray

United States > Colorado > Ouray County

Ouray (/ˈjʊəreɪ/ YOOR-ay) is a home rule municipality that is the county seat of Ouray County, Colorado, United States. The city population was 898 as of the 2020 census. The Ouray Post Office has the ZIP Code 81427. Located at an elevation of 7,792 feet (2,375 m), Ouray's climate, natural alpine…

Average elevation: 8,914 ft

Gulf of the Farallones

United States

Average elevation: 0 ft

Seligman

United States > Arizona > Yavapai County > Seligman

Seligman is located at 35°19′42″N 112°52′27″W / 35.32833°N 112.87417°W / 35.32833; -112.87417 (35.328199, −112.874303), at 5,240 feet (1,600 m) in elevation, alongside the Big Chino Wash, in a northern section of Chino Valley. The wash is a major tributary of the Verde River. Seligman is…

Average elevation: 5,305 ft

Palmyra Atoll

United States

In 1962, the Department of Defense used Palmyra as an observation site during several high-altitude nuclear weapons tests high above Johnston Atoll. A group of about ten men supported the observation posts during this series of tests, while about 40 people carried out the observations.

Average elevation: 0 ft

Duangsh'oa

United States

Average elevation: 7 ft

Spicewood

United States > Texas > Burnet County

Average elevation: 823 ft

Navarre

United States > Florida > Santa Rosa County

Navarre is located at 30°24′04″N 86°51′47″W / 30.401°N 86.863°W / 30.401; -86.863Coordinates: 30°24′04″N 86°51′47″W / 30.401°N 86.863°W / 30.401; -86.863. It is located within a portion of the Florida Panhandle observing the Central Time Zone. Elevation is at an average of 10 feet (3.0 m).

Average elevation: 13 ft

Valrico

United States > Florida > Hillsborough County > Valrico

Average elevation: 82 ft

Divide

United States > Colorado > Teller County

Average elevation: 9,173 ft

Pinetop-Lakeside

United States > Arizona > Navajo County

Pinetop-Lakeside is nestled in the stunning White Mountains of northeastern Arizona, characterized by a varied topography that significantly influences its natural beauty and recreational opportunities. The terrain features elevations averaging around 6,795 feet, with rugged mountain landscapes interspersed…

Average elevation: 6,847 ft

Mammoth Lakes

United States > California > Mammoth Lakes

Mammoth Lakes is a town in Mono County, California, the county's only incorporated community. It is located immediately to the east of Mammoth Mountain, at an elevation of 7,880 feet (2,400 m). As of the 2010 United States Census, the population was 8,234, reflecting a 16% increase from the 2000 Census.

Average elevation: 7,165 ft

Ketchikan

United States > Alaska > Ketchikan

Due to its steep and forested terrain, Ketchikan is long and narrow with much of the built-up area being located along, or no more than a few city blocks from, the waterfront. Elevations of inhabited areas range from just above sea level to about 300 feet (91 m). Deer Mountain, a 3,001-foot (915 m) peak, rises…

Average elevation: 489 ft

Bull Run

United States > Virginia > Prince William County

Average elevation: 253 ft

Graceland

United States > Tennessee > Shelby County > Memphis

Average elevation: 285 ft

Nanjemoy

United States > Maryland > Charles County

Average elevation: 72 ft

Bella Terra

United States > Florida > Lee County

Average elevation: 23 ft

Tellico Lake

United States > Tennessee > Monroe County

Average elevation: 1,240 ft

Cornudas

United States > Texas > Hudspeth County

Average elevation: 4,334 ft

North Fort Myers

United States > Florida > Lee County

Average elevation: 13 ft

Kirkwood

United States > California > El Dorado County

Average elevation: 7,979 ft

Portal

United States > Georgia > Bulloch County

Average elevation: 279 ft

Bayview

United States > Idaho > Kootenai County

Bayview is an unincorporated community in the northwest United States, located in Kootenai County, Idaho, north of Coeur d'Alene. On the southwest shore of Lake Pend Oreille, Bayview is seven miles (11 km) east-northeast of Athol. The community is served by State Highway 54 and a post office with ZIP code…

Average elevation: 2,405 ft

Chemult

United States > Oregon > Klamath County

Average elevation: 4,856 ft

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