Map Scale Calculator
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Common Map Scales Reference
| Scale | 1cm on map = | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|
| 1:1,000 | 10 m | Building floor plans |
| 1:5,000 | 50 m | City block maps |
| 1:10,000 | 100 m | City detailed maps |
| 1:25,000 | 250 m | Hiking / topo maps |
| 1:50,000 | 500 m | Military / survey maps |
| 1:100,000 | 1 km | Regional maps |
| 1:250,000 | 2.5 km | Province / state maps |
| 1:1,000,000 | 10 km | National / country maps |