US Elevation Map

Explore Altitude Map of USA to see the elevation of each state of the United States. The elevation of U.S. states varies significantly, highlighting the diverse topography of the country. Alaska boasts the highest peak, Denali, which rises to 20,310 feet above sea level, while Florida's Britton Hill is the lowest high point at just 345 feet. Colorado, home to the Rocky Mountains, has the highest average elevation at 6,800 feet, contrasting sharply with Delaware, which averages only 60 feet above sea level. This variation in elevation influences climate, vegetation, and wildlife across the states, contributing to the rich natural diversity of the United States.

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U.S. States Altitudes

The elevation of U.S. states reflects the country's diverse topography, ranging from towering mountains to low-lying plains. This variation not only shapes the physical landscape but also influences climate, vegetation, and wildlife across the nation.

Alaska, home to the highest peak in North America, Denali, stands at an impressive 20,310 feet above sea level. This majestic mountain is a significant landmark, attracting climbers and nature enthusiasts from around the world. The state's rugged terrain and high elevations contribute to its unique ecosystems and challenging weather conditions.

In stark contrast, Florida has the lowest high point of any state. Britton Hill, located in the Florida Panhandle, rises to only 345 feet above sea level. Despite its modest elevation, Florida's landscape features a diverse array of habitats, from coastal dunes to swamps, supporting a wide variety of plant and animal life.

Colorado is known for its high average elevation, boasting a mean height of around 6,800 feet above sea level. The state is famous for its Rocky Mountains, with peaks such as Mount Elbert reaching 14,440 feet. Colorado's elevation contributes to its cooler climate and distinct alpine environments, which are popular destinations for outdoor recreation and tourism.

Other states with notable high points include California, with Mount Whitney standing at 14,505 feet, and Washington, where Mount Rainier reaches 14,411 feet. These towering peaks are not only significant for their height but also for their impact on local weather patterns and ecosystems. The Sierra Nevada and Cascade Range, where these mountains are located, play crucial roles in water supply and biodiversity.

In the eastern United States, the Appalachian Mountains offer a different kind of elevation. States like North Carolina and Tennessee share Mount Mitchell, the highest peak east of the Mississippi River, standing at 6,684 feet. The Appalachian region, with its rolling hills and ancient mountains, provides a rich history and diverse habitats that are crucial for many species.

On the other end of the spectrum, states such as Delaware and Louisiana have low average elevations. Delaware's mean elevation is just 60 feet above sea level, while Louisiana's is 100 feet. These low-lying areas are characterized by their flat landscapes, which are prone to flooding but also support rich wetland ecosystems.

The Great Plains states, including Kansas and Nebraska, feature broad expanses of relatively flat terrain. However, even these states have their high points, such as Mount Sunflower in Kansas, which reaches 4,039 feet. The elevation changes across the plains are subtle but significant in shaping local agriculture and weather patterns.

Hawaii, an island state, has its own unique elevation profile. Mauna Kea, a dormant volcano on the Big Island, stands at 13,796 feet above sea level. When measured from its base on the ocean floor, Mauna Kea is the tallest mountain in the world, surpassing even Mount Everest. Hawaii's volcanic topography contributes to its rich soil and diverse climates, supporting a wide range of flora and fauna.

The elevation of U.S. states is not just a measure of height but a reflection of the country's geographical and ecological diversity. From the lofty peaks of Alaska and Colorado to the gentle rises of Florida and Delaware, each state's elevation shapes its environment and the lives of its residents. Understanding these elevations helps in appreciating the natural beauty and complexity of the United States, highlighting the importance of preserving these varied landscapes for future generations.

List of States of the United States by Elevation

State	Lowest Point Location	Lowest Point in Meter	Lowest Point in Feet	Highest Point Location	Highest Point in Meter	Highest Point in Feet	Elevation Difference in Meter	Elevation Difference in Feet	Average Elevation in Meter	Average Elevation in Feet
Alabama	Gulf of Mexico	0	0	Cheaha Mountain	733	2,405	733	2,405	150	500
Alaska	Pacific Ocean	0	0	Mount McKinley (Denali)	6,198	20,320	6,198	20,320	580	1,900
Arizona	Colorado River	21	70	Humphreys Peak	3,853	12,633	3,832	12,563	1,300	4,100
Arkansas	Ouachita River	17	55	Magazine Mountain	840	2,753	823	2,698	200	650
California	Death Valley	-86	-282	Mount Whitney	4,421	14,505	4,505	14,776	880	2,900
Colorado	Arikaree River	1,010	3,315	Mount Elbert	4,401	14,440	3,391	11,125	2,100	6,800
Connecticut	Long Island Sound	0	0	Mount Frissell	726	2,380	726	2,380	150	500
Delaware	Atlantic Ocean	0	0	Ebright Azimuth	137	448	137	448	20	60
District of Columbia	Potomac River	0	1	Tenleytown	125	410	125	409	50	150
Florida	Atlantic Ocean	0	0	Britton Hill	105	345	105	345	30	100
Georgia	Atlantic Ocean	0	0	Brasstown Bald	1,459	4,784	1,459	4,784	180	600
Hawaii	Pacific Ocean	0	0	Mauna Kea	4,208	13,796	4,208	13,796	920	3,030
Idaho	Snake River	217	710	Borah Peak	3,862	12,668	3,645	11,952	1,500	5,000
Illinois	Mississippi River	85	279	Charles Mound	377	1,235	292	956	180	600
Indiana	Ohio River	98	320	Hoosier Hill	383	1,257	285	937	210	700
Iowa	Mississippi River	146	480	Hawkeye Point	509	1,670	363	1,190	340	1,100
Kansas	Verdigris River	207	679	Mount Sunflower	1,232	4,039	1,025	3,360	610	2,000
Kentucky	Mississippi River	78	257	Black Mountain	1,263	4,145	1185 m	3,888	230	750
Louisiana	New Orleans	-2	-8	Driskill Mountain	163	535	165	543	30	100
Maine	Atlantic Ocean	0	0	Mount Katahdin	1,606	5,267	1,606	5,267	180	600
Maryland	Atlantic Ocean	0	0	Backbone Mountain	1,025	3,360	1,025	3,360	110	350
Massachusetts	Atlantic Ocean	0	0	Mount Greylock	1,064	3,487	1,064	3,487	150	500
Michigan	Lake Erie	174	571	Mount Arvon	604	1,979	430	1,408	280	900
Minnesota	Lake Superior	183	601	Eagle Mountain	702	2,301	519	1,700	366	1,200
Mississippi	Gulf of Mexico	0	0	Woodall Mountain	246	806	246	806	90	300
Missouri	Saint Francis River	70	230	Taum Sauk Mountain	540	1,772	470	1,542	240	800
Montana	Kootenai River	549	1,800	Granite Peak	3,904	12,799	3,355	10,999	1,000	3,400
Nebraska	Missouri River	256	840	Panorama Point	1,654	5,424	1,398	4,584	790	2,600
Nevada	Colorado River	146	479	Boundary Peak	4,007	13,140	3,861	12,661	1,700	5,500
New Hampshire	Atlantic Ocean	0	0	Mount Washington	1,918	6,288	1,918	6,288	300	1,000
New Jersey	Atlantic Ocean	0	0	High Point	550	1,803	550	1,803	80	250
New Mexico	Red Bluff Reservoir	867	2,842	Wheeler Peak	4,014	13,161	3,147	10,319	1,700	5,700
New York	Atlantic Ocean	0	0	Mount Marcy	1,630	5,344	1,630	5,344	300	1,000
North Carolina	Atlantic Ocean	0	0	Mount Mitchell	2,039	6,684	2,039	6,684	210	700
North Dakota	Red River	229	750	White Butte	1,069	3,506	840	2,756	580	1,900
Ohio	Ohio River	139	455	Campbell Hill	472	1,549	333	1,094	260	850
Oklahoma	Little River	88	289	Black Mesa	1,517	4,973	1,429	4,684	400	1,300
Oregon	Pacific Ocean	0	0	Mount Hood	3,428	11,239	3,428	11,239	1,000	3,300
Pennsylvania	Delaware River	0	0	Mount Davis	980	3,213	980	3,213	340	1,100
Rhode Island	Atlantic Ocean	0	0	Jerimoth Hill	248	812	248	812	110	350
South Carolina	Atlantic Ocean	0	0	Sassafras Mountain	1,086	3,560	1,086	3,560	110	350
South Dakota	Big Stone Lake	295	966	Harney Peak	2,209	7,242	1,914	6,276	670	2,200
Tennessee	Mississippi River	54	178	Clingmans Dome	2,026	6,643	1,972	6,465	280	900
Texas	Gulf of Mexico	0	0	Guadalupe Peak	2,668	8,749	2,668	8,749	520	1,700
Utah	Beaver Dam Wash	610	2,000	Kings Peak	4,126	13,528	3,516	11,528	1,860	6,100
Vermont	Lake Champlain	29	95	Mount Mansfield	1,340	4,393	1,311	4,298	300	1,000
Virginia	Atlantic Ocean	0	0	Mount Rogers	1,747	5,729	1,747	5,729	290	950
Washington	Pacific Ocean	0	0	Mount Rainier	4,395	14,410	4,395	14,410	520	1,700
West Virginia	Potomac River	73	240	Spruce Knob	1,483	4,861	1,410	4,621	460	1,500
Wisconsin	Lake Michigan	177	579	Timms Hill	595	1,951	418	1,372	320	1,050
Wyoming	Belle Fourche River	945	3,099	Gannett Peak	4,210	13,804	3,265	10,705	2,044	6,700