Explore Springfield, Missouri, 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.
This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Springfield, Missouri. 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 Missouri 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 Springfield.
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.
| City | Springfield |
| State | Missouri (MO) |
| County | Greene County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 37.194152 |
| Longitude | -93.291305 |
| Population | 169,176 |
| Density | 792.4 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Codes | 65802, 65810, 65801, 65803, 65804 |
| Area Code | 417 |
| County Seat | Springfield |
| School District | Springfield R-XII School District |
Springfield occupies a distinct position upon the high, level plateau of the Ozarks, where the horizon broadens into an expansive, open sky. It lies 11.9 miles north of Nixa, MO (from Nixa, MO: bearing 359°T), and is situated 9.5 miles southeast of Willard. Jordan Creek cuts a path through the urban landscape, serving as a quiet, persistent reminder of the water that once carved the local geology long before the first streets were laid. To the north, the terrain transitions into gentle, undulating plains, while the surrounding countryside suggests a limestone foundation that occasionally dips into hidden depressions like the Oval Sink. The quality of light during the late afternoon, particularly as it catches the limestone dust or the changing leaves of the local hardwoods, lends a luminous, golden clarity to the air that feels both ancient and immediate. Nearby, McDaniel Lake provides a reflective surface for the surrounding woodlands, and those seeking the solitude of a trek often find their way toward the Manley Uplands Trail to experience the stillness of the regional topography.
Founding narratives for Springfield often center on the arrival of early settlers who recognized the promise of the fertile soil and the reliable springs that bubbled up from the earth. These pioneers established the initial footprint of the settlement, drawing upon the grit and self-reliance typical of those who ventured into the middle of the continent to build a life from the raw elements of the land. Over the decades, Springfield matured from a frontier outpost into a regional hub, its streets expanding outward as the community grew in complexity and ambition. The architecture that remains from these formative years offers a glimpse into a time when the pace of life was dictated by the seasons and the arrival of the rail lines, which eventually transformed the modest settlement into a central point for commerce and migration.
Economy and infrastructure in Springfield reflect a pragmatic, hardworking character that favors diversification across healthcare, education, and light manufacturing. The presence of several universities provides a steady influx of intellectual energy, grounding the region in a culture of inquiry and professional development that sustains the local workforce. Roads and thoroughfares radiate outward from the center, connecting the residential quarters to the industrial zones and commercial districts with a efficiency that keeps the movement of goods and people fluid. While the skyline is marked by modern medical complexes and academic halls, the underlying rhythm of the workday remains tied to a sense of regional responsibility, ensuring that the necessary services and public works remain robust enough to support the growing population.
Culture in Springfield thrives on a blend of local tradition and a collegiate spirit that invigorates the social calendar throughout the year. Sports fans frequently rally around the university teams, whose games become communal events that draw neighbors together regardless of the final score. Grant Beach Park serves as a vital green space where the pace of the city slows, allowing residents to gather under the trees for festivals or quiet afternoon reflection. Well-known individuals such as the actor Brad Pitt spent formative years here, and their influence serves as a subtle thread in the local lore, though the true personality of the place is defined more by the collective efforts of its citizens. From the bright, bustling atmosphere of seasonal markets to the calm, solitary beauty of a walk near the local creek, Springfield maintains a grounded, earnest identity that values the quiet dignity of a life lived on the plains.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Springfield, Missouri. Coordinates: 37.194152, -93.291305. 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 Springfield includes the ZIP code (65802, 65810, 65801), telephone area code (417), county seat of Greene County (Springfield), and school district assignment (Springfield R-XII 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 generated | September 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Map layers | Google Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model) |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |