Google Maps does not include a radius tool
Google Maps can measure a line between points, but its standard web and mobile apps do not have a command for drawing a circle around an address. Google My Maps can display imported polygons, so the most reliable workflow is to create an accurate radius here and export it as KML.
Method 1: draw and share the map here
- Search the address or click the exact center point in the map above.
- Enter the distance and choose miles, kilometers, meters, or feet.
- Add more circles, labels, or colors if your map needs comparisons.
- Select Share to copy or send a URL that recreates the map.
This is the fastest method when recipients only need to view and interact with the radius. The shared URL encodes the circle settings; it does not require an account or upload your project to a private database.
Method 2: import the radius into Google My Maps
- Finish your circles above and select Export.
- Choose KML and save the file.
- Open Google My Maps and create a new map or select an existing one.
- Choose Import on a layer and upload the downloaded KML file.
The imported boundary is a polygon approximating the geodesic circle with many points. You can then combine it with markers and layers in My Maps. If you need to analyze the geometry in QGIS, ArcGIS, or Mapbox, choose GeoJSON instead.
Why a circle can look different at different latitudes
Online maps usually use the Web Mercator projection. It stretches areas more strongly toward the poles, so a geographically correct circle can look different on screen depending on its latitude and size. The stored radius remains a ground distance in meters.