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Albuquerque New Mexico Map

Explore Albuquerque, New Mexico, 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 Albuquerque, New Mexico

How to Use This Albuquerque, New Mexico Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Albuquerque, New Mexico. 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 New Mexico 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 Albuquerque.

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	Albuquerque
State	New Mexico (NM)
County	Bernalillo County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Mountain Time (America/Denver)

Latitude	35.10478
Longitude	-106.646809
Population	564,559
Density	1164.0 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	87102, 87123, 87101, 87103, 87104
Area Code	505
County Seat	Albuquerque
School District	Albuquerque Public Schools

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About Albuquerque, New Mexico

Albuquerque is a locality in Bernalillo County, New Mexico, United States. With a population of 564,559, Albuquerque is a major urban centre in New Mexico. The population density is 1164.0 people per km². Albuquerque is located at 35.1048°N, 106.6468°W. It observes the Mountain Time (America/Denver) timezone. Albuquerque is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 87102, 87123, 87101.

Albuquerque occupies a vast, sun-drenched plateau where the high desert meets an expansive, cloud-streaked sky. It lies 5.4 miles north-northeast of South Valley, NM (from South Valley, NM: bearing 16°T), and is situated 6.3 miles south-southwest of North Valley. The terrain surrounding Albuquerque is defined by the steady, life-giving presence of the Rio Grande, which carves a ribbon of green through the arid basin. To the east, the Sandia Mountains rise with a rugged, formidable presence, their slopes catching the deep violet hues of dusk, while the rugged terrain of Rinconada Canyon provides a stark, sculptural contrast to the flatter stretches of the valley floor. The air in Albuquerque carries a persistent, crisp dryness that makes the quality of light unusually sharp, clarifying the outlines of the distant horizon and turning the earth into a canvas of ochre, sage, and deep, burnt umber.

Spanish colonial settlers established Albuquerque in the early eighteenth century, rooting their adobe structures into the soil near the banks of the river. This foundational era created a distinct cultural layering, where indigenous Pueblo heritage, Spanish governance, and later Anglo expansionism converged to shape the communal identity. Over the generations, Albuquerque evolved from a modest agricultural outpost into a significant crossroads of trade and transit, preserving its historical memory in the winding, narrow streets of the Old Town district. The persistence of these historical layers remains visible today, as the architectural legacy of the past continues to inform the modern development of Albuquerque.

Economic vitality in Albuquerque draws strength from a diverse mix of aerospace research, military installations, and a robust commitment to scientific innovation. The presence of the University of New Mexico provides a scholarly anchor, fostering a pipeline of talent that feeds into the region’s burgeoning technology and medical sectors. Infrastructure in Albuquerque supports this growth, with major thoroughfares and transit hubs efficiently connecting the sprawl of the valley, while the Sandia Ranger District offers a nearby escape into protected woodland for those seeking a reprieve from the urban hum. Nearby, Isleta Lakes provides a quiet, accessible retreat, serving as a point of recreation for residents who appreciate the intersection of natural beauty and functional design.

Cultural life in Albuquerque finds its most vibrant expression during the annual International Balloon Fiesta, an event that transforms the morning atmosphere into a kaleidoscope of drifting color. The community takes a deep, spirited pride in the achievements of the University of New Mexico Lobos, whose collegiate athletic programs serve as a rallying point for fans across the region. Landmarks such as the Fourth Street Mall serve as central gathering spaces, encouraging a pace of life that values public engagement and local connection. While Albuquerque has seen its share of notable figures pass through its borders, the true character of the place is best observed in the quiet, daily habits of its people, who gather to share the harvest of local chile and watch the light fade behind the mountains.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Old Town Albuquerque (Historic Site) — 1.4 mi, 190° S
Explora Science Center and Children's Museum of Albuquerque (Museum) — 1.5 mi, 189° S
KiMo Theatre (Theatre / Concert Hall) — 1.5 mi, 189° S
New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science (Museum) — 1.5 mi, 189° S
Albuquerque Museum (Museum) — 1.5 mi, 189° S
Route 66 (Historic Site) — 1.5 mi, 189° S
Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi (Cathedral / Church) — 1.5 mi, 189° S
Indian Pueblo Cultural Center (Museum) — 1.8 mi, 273° W
Maxwell Museum of Anthropology (Museum) — 2.2 mi, 151° SE
Rio Grande Nature Center State Park (Nature Reserve) — 2.5 mi, 343° N
ABQ BioPark Aquarium (Aquarium) — 3.6 mi, 185° S
ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden (Nature Reserve) — 3.6 mi, 185° S
ABQ BioPark Zoo (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 3.6 mi, 185° S
Tingley Coliseum (Stadium) — 3.6 mi, 185° S
Los Poblanos Historic Inn & Organic Farm (Historic Site) — 3.6 mi, 344° N
Balloon Fiesta Park (Attraction) — 5.6 mi, 025° NE
National Museum of Nuclear Science & History (Museum) — 5.7 mi, 137° SE
Petroglyph National Monument (Nature Reserve) — 7.3 mi, 314° NW
Isleta Amphitheater (Theatre / Concert Hall) — 9.3 mi, 181° S
Sandia Peak Tramway (Attraction) — 12.8 mi, 066° NE
Kosmos Performance Space (Theatre) — 0.3 mi, 228° SW
New Mexico Steam Locomotive and Railroad Historical Society (Museum) — 0.5 mi, 256° W
Las Puertas Event Space (Theatre) — 0.5 mi, 168° S
At&sf 2926 (Monument) — 0.5 mi, 260° W
Crucifix (Public Artwork) — 0.6 mi, 112° E
Vietnam Veterans Memorial (Local Recreation) — 0.7 mi, 114° SE
Harwood Art Center and Montessori (Gallery) — 0.8 mi, 208° SW
Highland (Local Park) — 1.6 mi, 164° S
Bosque (Local Recreation) — 1.9 mi, 225° SW
Petroglyph National Monument (National Monument) — 4.2 mi, 302° NW · 2,949 acres

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