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Auburn Alabama Map

Explore Auburn, Alabama, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Auburn, Alabama

How to Use This Auburn, Alabama Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Auburn, Alabama. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Alabama or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Auburn.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

CityAuburn
StateAlabama (AL)
CountyLee County
CountryUnited States of America
TimezoneCentral Time (America/Chicago)
Latitude32.609857
Longitude-85.480782
Population76,143
Density484.7 /km²
IncorporatedYes
ZIP Codes36830, 36831, 36832, 36849
Area Code251
County SeatOpelika
School DistrictAuburn City School District

About Auburn, Alabama

Auburn is a locality in Lee County, Alabama, United States. It has a population of 76,143. The population density is 484.7 people per km². Auburn is located at 32.6099°N, 85.4808°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Auburn is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 36830, 36831, 36832.

Auburn possesses a landscape defined by the quiet persistence of red clay and the steady growth of pine woodlands that stretch across the inland plains. It lies 6.5 miles west-southwest of Opelika, AL (from Opelika, AL: bearing 248°T), and is situated 17.8 miles northeast of Tuskegee. Sunlight here often catches the fine, iron-rich dust of the earth, casting a warm, copper glow over the terrain as the day retreats toward the horizon. Though the environment is far removed from any coastline, the air carries a persistent, humid weight that encourages the lush, tangled greenery of the region to thrive. Residents often find solace in the nearby Chewacla State Park, where the topography shifts into modest elevations and quiet wooded paths, providing a respite that feels miles away from the busier thoroughfares.

Founders of Auburn envisioned a center for learning and faith when they established the settlement during the mid-nineteenth century, marking the site as a deliberate gathering point for education in the interior of the state. The early growth of Auburn emerged from a desire to cultivate intellect alongside the agrarian pursuits that dominated the surrounding landscape, laying a foundation that balanced academic ambition with rural traditions. Over the decades, the character of the settlement evolved from a quiet village into a hub defined by the steady, rhythmic pulse of an institution that has shaped its identity for generations. This historical trajectory remains visible in the architecture of the older districts, where brick facades and shaded walkways reflect a legacy of endurance and purposeful development.

Economic life in Auburn flows primarily through the vitality of its university, which serves as the anchor for local industries, research initiatives, and the varied professional services that support a growing population. The proximity of Tuskegee National Forest and other expansive tracts of woodland influences the regional economy, fostering a spirit of environmental stewardship alongside the technological advancements emerging from modern laboratories and classrooms. Infrastructure within Auburn is designed to accommodate the influx of students and faculty, creating a network of roads and facilities that bridge the gap between traditional small-scale commerce and the demands of a major academic center. This intersection of industry and education ensures that the local economy remains robust, providing a stable backbone for those who call the area home.

Culture in Auburn finds its most exuberant expression in the fervor of college sports, where the community unites in a shared, spirited allegiance that colors the entire calendar. Major annual events frequently revolve around the rhythms of the academic year, bringing a vibrant, transient energy to the streets and public spaces that contrasts with the stillness of the surrounding woods. Landmarks such as the iconic Toomer’s Corner serve as central meeting points, acting as a focal point for celebrations that ripple through the town with a distinct, collective intensity. While the pace of life often follows the seasonal shifts of the university, the presence of notable figures who have walked these paths—ranging from distinguished scholars to celebrated athletes—adds a layer of renown to the local identity, grounding the reputation of Auburn in both intellectual achievement and enduring tradition.

Nearby Outdoor Places

  • Frank Brown Recreation Center (Local Recreation) — 0.2 mi, 034° NE
  • Eta Kappa Nu (Public Artwork) — 0.3 mi, 222° SW
  • University Seal (Attraction) — 0.3 mi, 198° S
  • Veteran's Memorial Monument (Monument) — 0.3 mi, 096° E
  • Civil War Cannon Lathe (Attraction) — 0.4 mi, 198° S
  • WWI Memorial (Monument) — 0.4 mi, 198° S
  • Boykin Community Center (Local Recreation) — 0.7 mi, 277° W
  • The Auburn Memorial (Monument) — 0.9 mi, 192° S
  • Westview Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 299° NW
  • Founders' Oak (Attraction) — 1.0 mi, 189° S
  • Town Creek Park (Local Park) — 1.5 mi, 162° S
  • Louise Kreher Forest Ecology Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 3.3 mi, 358° N
  • Chewacla State Park (State Park) — 3.5 mi, 173° S
  • Opelika Community Theatre (Theatre) — 8.1 mi, 069° E
  • Tuskegee National Forest (National Forest) — 8.2 mi, 213° SW · 11k acres
  • Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site (Museum) — 18.1 mi, 226° SW
  • Beginning of the George Washington Carver Nutrition Trail (Attraction) — 18.2 mi, 227° SW
  • Home (Historic Castle / Fort) — 18.8 mi, 113° SE
  • Standing Boy Creek State Park (State Park) — 24.6 mi, 094° E
  • Springer Opera House (Theatre) — 30.2 mi, 109° E
  • Golden Park (Stadium) — 30.5 mi, 111° E
  • A. J. McClung Memorial Stadium (Stadium) — 30.9 mi, 111° E
  • Bradley Museum (Museum) — 31.1 mi, 108° E
  • National Civil War Naval Museum (Museum) — 31.3 mi, 111° E
  • Oxbow Meadows Environmental Learning Center (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 34.1 mi, 117° SE
  • Giant Screen Theater at the National Infantry Museum (Cinema) — 34.2 mi, 116° SE
  • Talladega National Forest (National Forest) — 49.8 mi, 317° NW · 395k acres

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About This Auburn Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Auburn, Alabama. Coordinates: 32.609857, -85.480782. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.

Detailed location data for Auburn includes the ZIP code (36830, 36831, 36832), telephone area code (251), county seat of Lee County (Opelika), and school district assignment (Auburn City School District).

Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any US town, county or landmark by name; offers USGS topographic maps and USGS aerial imagery as base layers; overlays a labelled U.S. National Grid (USNG) so the map can be read like a printed topographic quad; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as a USNG grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require cell coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.

Page generatedSeptember 2026
Location dataSimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data
Map layersGoogle Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model)
Wikipedia validationArticle content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API.