Bahamas cities list with latitude and longitude in CSV,SQL,XML,JSON formats
Last update : 10 December 2024.
This is the best list of 339 cities in the Bahamas available in 4 formats ( CSV, Json, SQL, XML ). We have cleaned up the Geoname database to leave only the towns, capitals and villages. All are all associated with regions and sub-regions (where available).
Each file contains the following data: Geoname_ID, City, Alternate_Name, Country_Code, Region, Sub_region, Latitude, Longitude, Elevation, Population, Timezone, Fcode_Name. See the FAQ below for a detailed explanation.
Here is an example of the data from the Bahamas file that you are going to retrieve. The data is displayed here in the form of a table:
Geoname_ID | City | Alternate_Name | Country_Code | Region | Sub_region | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Population | Timezone | Fcode_Name |
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3572339 | Glintons | BS | Long Island | 23.63333 | -75.3 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3571652 | Port Howe | Port Howe | BS | Cat Island | 24.15848 | -75.33861 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
10626566 | North Cat Cay | BS | 25.55549 | -79.28434 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||||
3572620 | Colonel Hill | CRI,Colonel Hill | BS | Crooked Island and Long Cay | 22.7545 | -74.20415 | 240 | America/Nassau | seat of a first-order administrative division | ||
3571982 | Lower Deadman’s Cay | BS | Long Island | 23.1664 | -75.09602 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3572383 | Forest | Forest,Forest Settlement,The Forest | BS | Exuma | 23.58697 | -75.91443 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
7576013 | Rainbow Bay | BS | 25.3334 | -76.42764 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||||
3571847 | Mortimers | Mortimers,Mortimers Settlement | BS | Long Island | 22.90621 | -74.87432 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
3571615 | Red Bay Settlement | Red Bay,Red Bay Settlement,Red Bays | BS | North Andros | 25.13782 | -78.19544 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
3571578 | Rolletown | Rolle Town,Rolletown | BS | Exuma | 23.46312 | -75.70421 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
3572745 | Bowers | BS | Long Island | 23.25 | -75.08333 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3571332 | Tarpum Bay | Glenelg,Glenelg Settlement,Tarpum Bay,Tarpum Bay Settlement | BS | South Eleuthera | 24.97 | -76.18157 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
3572585 | Cove | Cove,Cove Settlement | BS | Cat Island | 24.41667 | -75.53333 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
3572234 | Hard Bargain | BS | North Andros | 24.75535 | -77.79751 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3571467 | Seminets | BS | North Andros | 24.86667 | -77.93333 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3572493 | Doctor’s Creek | BS | Long Island | 23.46667 | -75.21667 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3571387 | South Victoria Hill | BS | San Salvador | 24 | -74.46667 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3572698 | Calvin Hill | BS | Exuma | 23.6 | -75.96667 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3571911 | Martin Town | BS | West Grand Bahama | 26.53333 | -78.8 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3572651 | Chub Cay | CCZ,Chub Cay | BS | Berry Islands | 25.41254 | -77.90264 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
3571433 | Smith’s Hill | BS | South Andros | 24.05 | -77.53333 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3572696 | Camperdown | BS | New Providence | 25.05 | -77.26667 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3571292 | True Blue | BS | Acklins | 22.06667 | -74.06667 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3572627 | Cockburn Town | Cockburn Town,Riding Rocks | BS | San Salvador | 24.05179 | -74.53138 | 831 | America/Nassau | seat of a first-order administrative division | ||
3571259 | Vincent Town | BS | West Grand Bahama | 26.66667 | -78.95 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3572168 | Holmes Rock | BS | West Grand Bahama | 26.53333 | -78.8 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3571474 | Scrub Hill | BS | Long Island | 23.1 | -75.01667 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3571577 | Rolleville | Rollesville,Rolleville,Roseville | BS | Exuma | 23.67332 | -75.98484 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
3572323 | Goodwill | BS | Acklins | 22.53678 | -73.87533 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3572703 | Calabash Bay | BS | North Andros | 24.73333 | -77.8 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3572062 | Little Creek | BS | South Andros | 23.94674 | -77.52248 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3571262 | Victoria Village | BS | Long Island | 23.08333 | -74.95 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3571304 | Thurston Hill | BS | Cat Island | 24.53333 | -75.63333 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3572940 | Abraham’s Bay | Abraham Bay,Abraham’s Bay,Abraham’s Bay,The Charlton | BS | Mayaguana | 22.36667 | -72.96667 | 235 | America/Nassau | seat of a first-order administrative division | ||
3572189 | High Rock | High Rock,High Rock Village,High Rocks | BS | East Grand Bahama | 26.62651 | -78.28209 | 3744 | America/Nassau | seat of a first-order administrative division | ||
3571675 | Pine Ridge | BS | West Grand Bahama | 26.55 | -78.73333 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3571971 | Lucaya | Lucaya | BS | Freeport | 26.53333 | -78.66667 | 46525 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
3571430 | Snake Cay | Snake Cay | BS | Central Abaco | 26.45678 | -77.0482 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
3571625 | Ramsey | Ramsey,Ramsey’s,Ramsey’s | BS | Exuma | 23.56667 | -75.86667 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
3571915 | Mars Bay | Mars Bay,Mars Bay Settlement | BS | South Andros | 23.8671 | -77.51581 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
3571571 | Roses | Roses,Roses Settlement | BS | Long Island | 22.98333 | -74.88429 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
3571737 | O’Neils | BS | Long Island | 23.5 | -75.21667 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3571523 | San Andros | SAQ,San Andros,San Andros Bahama Village | BS | North Andros | 25.06667 | -78.05 | 7800 | America/Nassau | seat of a first-order administrative division | ||
3572235 | Hard Bargain | BS | San Salvador | 24.06667 | -74.45 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3572541 | Current Island Settlement | Bar Bay Settlement,Current Island Settlement | BS | North Eleuthera | 25.34494 | -76.81622 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
3571282 | Tusculum | Tasculum,Tusculum | BS | New Providence | 25.06667 | -77.48333 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
11694817 | Walker Cay | BS | Grand Cay | 27.25993 | -78.40243 | 0 | 23 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
3571276 | United Estates | BS | San Salvador | 24.1 | -74.45 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3572299 | Grays | BS | Long Island | 23.25293 | -75.10293 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3571426 | Snug Corner | Snug Corner | BS | Acklins | 22.55501 | -73.87829 | 407 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
3571824 | Nassau | City of Nassau,NAS,Nasau,Nasauo,Nasaŭo,Naso,Nassaou,Nassau,Nassau City,Nassau pa Bahamas,Nassau på Bahamas,Nasáu,na sao,nasa’u,nasau,nasaw,nasayw,nasea,naso,nasso,neco,nsaw,Νασσάου,Насау,Нассау,Նասաու,נסאו,ناسائو,ناساو,نساؤ,नासाउ,নাসাউ,ਨਸਾਊ,நேசோ,നാസോ,แนสซอ,ན་སའོ།,ნასაუ,ናሶ,ナッソー,拿騷,拿骚,나사우,나소 | BS | New Providence | 25.05823 | -77.34306 | 227940 | America/Nassau | capital of a political entity | ||
3571985 | Lower Bogue | BS | North Eleuthera | 25.46667 | -76.71667 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3572511 | Delancey Town | BS | South Eleuthera | 24.76667 | -76.26667 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3572135 | James Cistern | James Cistern,James’s Cistern,James’s Cistern | BS | North Eleuthera | 25.32566 | -76.36181 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
3572885 | Bailey Town | Bailey Town | BS | Cat Island | 24.15249 | -75.31667 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
3572102 | Knowles Village | Knowles,Knowles Village | BS | Cat Island | 24.36727 | -75.4999 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
3571887 | McKenzie | BS | Long Island | 23.13333 | -75.06667 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3572570 | Cripple Hill | BS | Crooked Island and Long Cay | 22.78333 | -74.23333 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3571189 | Williams Town | BS | Freeport | 26.48333 | -78.66667 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3571604 | Richmond Hill | Richmond Hill,Richmond Hill Settlement | BS | Exuma | 23.60676 | -75.99432 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
3572270 | Green Turtle Village | BS | North Abaco | 26.81667 | -77.45 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3572016 | Long Bay | BS | San Salvador | 24.01151 | -74.52542 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3572796 | Black Point | BS | Black Point | 24.1 | -76.38333 | 0 | America/Nassau | seat of a first-order administrative division | |||
3571338 | Sweeting Cay | Sweeting Cay,Sweeting’s Cay Settlement,Sweeting’s Cay Settlement | BS | East Grand Bahama | 26.61334 | -77.86931 | 483 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
10626569 | Port Royal | BS | Bimini | 25.70078 | -79.30254 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3572553 | Crown Haven | Crown Haven | BS | North Abaco | 26.9 | -77.81667 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
3572538 | Curtis | BS | Exuma | 23.63333 | -75.96667 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3572382 | Fortune Hill | BS | San Salvador | 24.01667 | -74.45 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3572704 | Cairey’s | BS | Cat Island | 24.48333 | -75.56667 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3571321 | The Bight | The Bight,The Bight Settlement | BS | Cat Island | 24.28961 | -75.41522 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
3572071 | Little Bay Settlement | BS | North Eleuthera | 25.33333 | -76.83333 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3571264 | Victoria Hill | BS | San Salvador | 24.0935 | -74.52338 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3571828 | Murphy Town | Murphy Town | BS | Central Abaco | 26.55261 | -77.09585 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
3571881 | Michelson | Michelson,Mitchison | BS | Exuma | 23.49052 | -75.7658 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
3572669 | Cedar Harbour | Cedar Harbor,Cedar Harbour | BS | North Abaco | 26.89532 | -77.65198 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
7535668 | Treasure Cay | TCB | BS | 26.67691 | -77.28581 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3571448 | Simms | Simms,Simms Settlement | BS | Long Island | 23.47922 | -75.23597 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
3571242 | Waterford | Waterford,Waterford Settlement | BS | South Eleuthera | 24.75 | -76.23333 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
3572927 | Alexander | BS | Exuma | 23.65 | -76.01667 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3572467 | Duncan Town | DCT,Duncan Town | BS | Ragged Island | 22.19083 | -75.72583 | 70 | America/Nassau | seat of a first-order administrative division | ||
3571342 | Sugar Loaf | BS | San Salvador | 23.65 | -74.51667 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3571327 | Tea Bay | Tea Bay,Tea Bay Settlement | BS | Cat Island | 24.4 | -75.51667 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
3571230 | Wemyss Bight | Wemyss,Wemyss Bight,Wemyss Settlement,Wemyss’s Bight,Wemyss’s Bight,Whymms Bight | BS | South Eleuthera | 24.75 | -76.25 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
3572880 | Bain Town | BS | West Grand Bahama | 26.51667 | -78.78333 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3572214 | Hawks Nest | BS | Cat Island | 24.15881 | -75.50938 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3571994 | Love | BS | New Providence | 25.06667 | -77.5 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3739568 | Russell Town | BS | West Grand Bahama | 26.51667 | -78.7 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3572772 | Bluff | BS | Bimini | 25.78333 | -79.31667 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3571913 | Marsh Harbour | MHH,Marsh Harbour | BS | Central Abaco | 26.54124 | -77.0636 | 5314 | America/Nassau | seat of a first-order administrative division | ||
3571356 | Stephenson | Stephenson,Stephenson Settlement | BS | Cat Island | 24.4442 | -75.54202 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
3572480 | Douds | Douds,Douds Settlement | BS | Cat Island | 24.28006 | -75.40741 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
3572746 | Bowen Sound | BS | Central Andros | 24.58333 | -77.73333 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3572355 | Gambier Village | BS | New Providence | 25.06667 | -77.5 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3571315 | The Lot | The Lot,The Lot Settlement | BS | Cat Island | 24.63333 | -75.68333 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
8986119 | Graham’s Harbour | BS | 24.11903 | -74.46438 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||||
3572293 | Great Guana Cay | Great Guana Cay,Guano Cay | BS | Hope Town | 26.6666 | -77.10782 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
3571275 | Upper Bogue | Bogue,Upper Bogue | BS | North Eleuthera | 25.45 | -76.66667 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
3572913 | Anderson | BS | Acklins | 22.61667 | -73.86667 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | |||
3572523 | Deadman’s Cay | Deadman’s Cay,Deadman’s Cay Settlement,LGI | BS | Long Island | 23.17919 | -75.1131 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place | ||
3571653 | Port Boyd | Port Boyd,Port Boyd Settlement | BS | Rum Cay | 23.70354 | -74.82068 | 0 | America/Nassau | populated place |
Exploring the Bahamas: A Geographical Insight and Data Resource
The Geography of the Bahamas: A Complex Archipelago
The Bahamas, an idyllic tropical paradise, is made up of over 700 islands and more than 2,000 cays scattered across the Atlantic Ocean. Positioned to the southeast of Florida, the Bahamas serves as a natural bridge between the Caribbean and the United States. Its geography is marked by pristine beaches, vibrant coral reefs, and a variety of ecosystems that make it an attractive destination for tourists and an important site for ecological studies.
Geographically, the Bahamas spans approximately 13,940 square kilometers. Despite its wide reach across the ocean, the landmass of the islands is relatively small, with many of them being low-lying and flat. The country’s largest islands, including New Providence, Grand Bahama, and Andros, host the majority of the population, with Nassau, the capital city, situated on New Providence. The islands of the Bahamas vary in size, terrain, and climate, with coastal areas dominated by sandy shores and central regions featuring tropical woodlands and wetlands.
Understanding how the geographic landscape of the Bahamas influences its settlement patterns, economy, and biodiversity is essential. The positioning of the islands and their geographic features, such as proximity to shipping lanes and the availability of natural resources, has shaped how towns and cities have developed across the country. Through my comprehensive geographic database of the Bahamas, which includes data on cities, regions, and departments, it’s possible to explore these dynamics in greater depth, with precise latitude and longitude coordinates for every key location.
Cities and Regions: Mapping the Distribution of Urban and Rural Areas
The Bahamas is divided into several administrative districts, each with its own geographical identity. The islands are grouped into regions based on both their administrative functions and natural characteristics. The capital city, Nassau, is located on New Providence and is the economic and cultural heart of the Bahamas. As the largest city, Nassau is a bustling urban center that serves as the focal point for government, business, and tourism. The city’s strategic location along the Atlantic shipping routes has made it a central hub for international trade and tourism, while its position on the island offers access to both calm bays and vibrant marine ecosystems.
Beyond Nassau, the Bahamas features other urban areas and smaller towns, such as Freeport on Grand Bahama Island. Freeport, like Nassau, is a significant commercial center and port city that benefits from its proximity to the United States. Meanwhile, smaller islands, such as Exuma and Abaco, are known for their natural beauty and tourism-centric economies. These regions, though more rural in nature, are still integral to the country’s economic growth, primarily through tourism and agriculture.
The geographic database I’ve developed provides data on each of the islands, cities, and towns within the Bahamas. By including precise latitude and longitude coordinates, this resource allows users to visualize the geographic layout of the country, offering insights into how urban centers relate to their natural surroundings and how different regions interact within the broader national framework.
Latitude and Longitude: The Key to Mapping the Bahamas
Latitude and longitude are critical tools for understanding the exact locations of cities and regions within the Bahamas. These coordinates not only pinpoint the locations of towns and cities but also provide a window into the environmental factors that influence their development. The Bahamas’ geographic positioning within the Atlantic Ocean makes its cities and towns accessible from both North America and the Caribbean, with many regions benefiting from their proximity to shipping lanes and international trade routes.
For example, Nassau’s latitude and longitude position it near major cruise routes, making it a natural choice for tourists. Meanwhile, islands like Andros, which are further off the beaten path, offer a different kind of geographical challenge and opportunity. The lack of major infrastructure on Andros, combined with its proximity to marine ecosystems, presents opportunities for eco-tourism and conservation.
The geographic database I’ve created includes exact latitude and longitude coordinates for every city, town, and region in the Bahamas. This data allows for detailed analysis of how geography impacts urban development, resource distribution, and the natural environment. It’s a powerful tool for anyone studying the Bahamas’ spatial dynamics, from urban planners to environmental researchers.
Administrative Divisions and Regional Characteristics of the Bahamas
The Bahamas is divided into several districts, each of which holds its own administrative significance. The districts are essential for organizing governance and services across the islands, and they reflect the country’s geographic features. These divisions include both highly urbanized areas, such as New Providence, and more rural regions like Andros and Exuma.
Each district has its own unique geographic character that influences local industries, demographics, and development goals. For example, New Providence, home to Nassau, is characterized by more developed infrastructure, while the Out Islands, such as the Exumas and Abacos, are known for their pristine natural environments and smaller, more dispersed populations. These distinctions shape how each area is managed and developed, with tourism being a major economic driver for the Out Islands.
Through my geographic database, you can gain a clear understanding of how these districts and their geographic features interact. The database offers detailed data on the latitude and longitude coordinates of each city and region, allowing users to analyze the country’s administrative structure alongside its physical geography. Whether for research, urban planning, or environmental conservation, this tool helps you explore the interplay between governance, geography, and natural resources in the Bahamas.
The Role of Geographic Data in Sustainable Development in the Bahamas
Geographic data plays a crucial role in supporting sustainable development across the Bahamas. As the country looks to balance its thriving tourism industry with environmental preservation, having access to precise geographic data is essential for informed decision-making. The islands of the Bahamas face challenges related to climate change, coastal erosion, and the sustainable management of natural resources. With accurate data on the exact locations of cities, regions, and key natural features, policymakers can better plan for future growth while safeguarding the environment.
For instance, areas like Nassau are experiencing rapid urbanization, leading to pressures on infrastructure, transportation, and local ecosystems. Meanwhile, the Out Islands, while less developed, are increasingly seen as destinations for eco-tourism and conservation efforts. Understanding the geographic features of these regions, through data like latitude and longitude, can help direct resources and development efforts in a way that minimizes environmental impact.
The database I’ve created includes detailed geographic information for each region, allowing users to assess the environmental and developmental needs of the Bahamas. This resource is vital for promoting sustainable development, whether in urban centers or in rural, natural areas that require more focused conservation strategies.
Conclusion: Unlocking the Potential of the Bahamas through Geographic Data
The Bahamas’ geography offers a wealth of opportunities for study, development, and conservation. From the bustling urban center of Nassau to the pristine natural beauty of the Out Islands, each region of the country offers unique challenges and possibilities. Through the geographic database I’ve developed, which includes detailed latitude and longitude coordinates, you can explore how geography influences urbanization, resource management, and environmental conservation in the Bahamas. This data is essential for making informed decisions about the country’s future, helping to ensure that the Bahamas continues to grow sustainably while preserving its natural beauty and ecological balance.
FaQ about Bahamas
- Geoname_ID: This is a unique identifier for each place or geographical name in the Geoname database.
- City: The name of the place, which can be a town, village or any other form of human settlement.
- Alternate_Name: Other names or appellations that the place may have. These alternative names may be in different languages, dialects or even local names.
- Country_Code: This is the ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code for the country in which the place is located. For example, "US" for the United States, "FR" for France.
- Region: This represents the first-order administrative division in which the location is situated. For example, this could be a state, province or territory.
- Sub_region: This is a second-order administrative division, such as a county or district, within the region.
- Latitude: The geographical latitude of the location, usually in decimal degrees.
- Longitude: The geographical longitude of the location, also usually in decimal degrees.
- Elevation: The elevation or altitude of the location in relation to sea level, usually measured in metres.
- Population: The estimated number of inhabitants or population of the location.
- Timezone: The time zone in which the location is located, in accordance with global time zone standards.
- Fcode_Name: This is a code that categorises the type of location. For example, "PPL" could mean a populated place, while "PPLC" could be the capital of a political entity.