Grovetown, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Grovetown, Georgia had a total population of 17,014, the 74th largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $85,660, which is 11% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Grovetown Quick Facts
How Grovetown Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 16,516 | 17,014 | +3.0% |
| Median household income | $72,612 | $85,660 | +18.0% |
| Median home value | $226,000 | $254,300 | +12.5% |
How Grovetown Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Grovetown Rankings in Georgia
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Other Cities in Columbia County
Cities Similar to Grovetown
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairburn | 16,831 | $91,897 | $271,800 | 38.5% | 17.5% |
| Villa Rica | 18,551 | $87,803 | $274,200 | 28.4% | 11.8% |
| Loganville | 15,527 | $83,605 | $366,100 | 27.0% | 8.9% |
| Richmond Hill | 18,181 | $92,824 | $313,400 | 36.8% | 8.8% |
| Norcross | 18,007 | $75,266 | $403,400 | 40.5% | 15.2% |
Population Overview
Grovetown is a small city located in Georgia, within Columbia County. The total population is 17,014. It ranks as the 74th most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Grovetown is 34.3 years. This is 9% lower than the state median of 37.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Grovetown is $85,660. This is 11% higher than the state median of $77,353. It is also 6% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.1%. This is 17% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. The unemployment rate is 4.0%. This is 22% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $254,300. Housing costs are 16% lower than the state median of $303,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 59.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% lower than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Grovetown is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Black or African American residents account for 39.3%.
Education
29.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 16% lower than the state rate of 34.9%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Grovetown, Georgia is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Georgia state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 669 Census-designated places in Georgia. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Grovetown, Georgia?
Grovetown, Georgia has a population of 17,014 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Grovetown, GA?
The median household income in Grovetown is $85,660, which is 6% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Grovetown, GA?
The poverty rate in Grovetown is 11.1%. This means approximately 1,896 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Grovetown, Georgia?
Grovetown's population is 39.9% White, 39.3% Black, 10.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Grovetown, GA?
The median home value in Grovetown is $254,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.
How educated is Grovetown, Georgia?
29.2% of adults (25+) in Grovetown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.