Geocoding — entry 053 of 80
Mapbox
Mapbox's Geocoding API resolves addresses and place names to coordinates (and back), returning results as GeoJSON features by default with a legacy JSON format kept for backward compatibility. Requests carry a Mapbox access token and default to a 1,000-requests-per-minute limit, adjustable per account. The free tier covers up to 100,000 geocoding requests a month before metered pricing starts at $0.75 per 1,000 requests, stepping down at higher volumes.
AuthenticationAPI KeySign up with the provider to obtain credentials.
HTTPSSupportedTraffic is encrypted in transit.
CORSEnabledCallable directly from browser JavaScript.
PricingFreemiumA usable free tier exists, with paid plans for more volume.
FormatsGeoJSON, JSONResponses can be requested as GeoJSON or JSON.
GreatAPIs Score
Score81
Authentication15/25API key required
Pricing17/20Freemium tier available
Docs14/20Documentation URL provided
Formats15/15Supports 2 response formats
Freshness20/20Verified within 6 months
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- Get a key at the provider
- Send it on every request as a header
Authorization: <key> - The exact header isn't documented — Authorization is a common default; confirm in the provider's docs.
Stored keyNo key stored
Your key is stored only in this browser (localStorage) and sent directly to the API — never to greatapis.
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Developer reference
Base URL
https://api.mapbox.comRate limit
Free tier: 100,000 geocoding/directions requests/month (allowance varies per API)
Key endpoints
- GET/geocoding/v5/{endpoint}/{search_text}.json
- GET/directions/v5/{profile}/{coordinates}