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Elevation & Grade by Location Calculator

Compare two locations, estimate their elevations, straight-line distance and average grade between them.

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How to use this elevation & grade by location calculator

Enter the requested values above and select Calculate. Change the inputs to compare scenarios.

Formula and method

Grade % = elevation change ÷ horizontal straight-line distance × 100.

Example

Enter two towns, ZIP codes or place names to compare elevation and straight-line grade.

What this calculator is useful for

Compare two locations, estimate their elevations, straight-line distance and average grade between them.

Frequently asked questions

What does this calculator do?

Compare two locations, estimate their elevations, straight-line distance and average grade between them.

What data or formula does it use?

Geocoding and elevation are retrieved from Open-Meteo; elevation uses the Copernicus DEM. Grade is a straight-line average, not road grade or trail profile.

Is it free?

Yes. ERICH Calculators is free to use and no account is required.

Source & assumptions

Reference and limitation

Geocoding and elevation are retrieved from Open-Meteo; elevation uses the Copernicus DEM. Grade is a straight-line average, not road grade or trail profile.

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