GMTED2010
Use GMTED2010 for global elevation statistics at coarse resolution (250m–1km), ideal for continental-scale terrain analysis and as a general reference DEM.
Format
GeoTIFF / Esri GRID
Geometry
Raster DEM
Coverage
Global land
Resolution
~250 m (7.5 arc-sec) / ~500 m (15 arc-sec) / ~1 km (30 arc-sec)
About this dataset
USGS/NGA Global Multi-resolution Terrain Elevation Data 2010 providing global elevation statistics at 7.5 to 30 arc-second resolution from multiple source DEMs.
GMTED2010 is a global elevation dataset produced by USGS and NGA that provides minimum, maximum, mean, median, and other elevation statistics at multiple resolutions (7.5, 15, 30 arc-second). It complements GTOPO30 by incorporating SRTM, ASTER GDEM, NED, and other source DEMs into a globally consistent product. GMTED2010 is commonly used for continental-scale analysis and general reference mapping.
How to download
- 1 Visit the USGS GMTED2010 product page or go to EarthExplorer.
- 2 Select the desired resolution (7.5, 15, or 30 arc-second) and statistic type (mean, min, max, etc.).
- 3 Define your area of interest or download the global mosaics directly.
- 4 Download the GeoTIFF or Esri GRID files and use them as coarse basemaps or for continental-scale analysis.
FAQ
When should I use GMTED2010 instead of SRTM?
Use GMTED2010 when you need coarse-resolution elevation (250m–1km) for continental or global analysis. For higher-resolution work (30–90m), use SRTM, ASTER GDEM, or Copernicus DEM instead.
What elevation statistics does GMTED2010 provide?
GMTED2010 offers minimum, maximum, mean, median, standard deviation, systematic subsample, and breakline emphasis elevation surfaces at each resolution level.