Instead, Missouri's coordinates are defined by its extreme points:
* Northernmost point: 40.6043° N, 94.6769° W (near Tarkio)
* Southernmost point: 36.0068° N, 90.2634° W (near Cardwell)
* Westernmost point: 36.3355° N, 95.1957° W (near the Missouri-Kansas border)
* Easternmost point: 36.5036° N, 89.1281° W (near the Missouri-Illinois border)
So, to pinpoint a specific location within Missouri, you need more than just "Missouri" - you'll need a city, town, or address.