Grove City city, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Grove City city, Ohio Demographics
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As of 2026, Grove City city, Ohio has a total population of 41,831, the 29th largest city in Ohio, with a median household income of $90,888, which is 30% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.8%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 30% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Ohio.

Grove City city Quick Facts

Population 41,831

Median Household Income $90,888

Median Home Value $283,300

Poverty Rate 6.8%

Unemployment Rate 3.0%

Median Age 40.5 years

Homeownership Rate 70.3%

Affordability Ratio 3.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 35.3%

High School Graduation Rate 93.6%

Diversity Index 25/100

Population 41,831 29th of 1,264

Median Income $90,888 top 20%

Poverty Rate 6.8% 45% lower national

Median Home Value $283,300 top 20%

How Grove City city Compares

Median Household Income

Grove City city

$90,888

$69,680

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Grove City city

$283,300

$199,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 8.3%

$25K-$50K 15.4%

$50K-$100K 30.9%

$100K+ 45.5%

Employment

3.0% Unemployment Rate State: 4.9% | National: 5.2%

69.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 70.3%

Renter 29.7%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.5%

18-34

18.8%

35-54

26.8%

55-74

23.2%

75+

7.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 39 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Grove City city Rankings in Ohio

#29 Population of 1,264

#218 Median Income of 1,264

#231 Education of 1,264

#132 Home Value of 1,264

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Cities Similar to Grove City city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Delaware city	43,168	$92,928	$279,400	45.6%	8.7%
Huber Heights city	43,266	$76,551	$161,900	24.9%	8.6%
Mentor city	47,215	$89,202	$229,500	35.6%	5.4%
Reynoldsburg city	41,032	$71,381	$230,300	32.1%	10.9%
Strongsville city	46,022	$102,574	$279,600	48.2%	5.1%

Population Overview

Grove City city is a mid-sized community located in Ohio. The total population is 41,831. It ranks as the 29th most populous out of 1,264 cities and towns in Ohio.

Age Demographics

The median age in Grove City city is 40.5 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 39.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Grove City city is $90,888. This is 30% higher than the state median of $69,680. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 16% higher. The poverty rate stands at 6.8%. This is 49% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 3.0%. This is 38% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $283,300. Housing costs are 42% higher than the state median of $199,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 70.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 67.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

Grove City city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.8%. The Black or African American population (3.7%) is well below the state average of 12.1%.

Education

35.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 14% higher than the state rate of 30.9%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 93.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Grove City city, Ohio is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Ohio state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Grove City city, Ohio?

Grove City city, Ohio has a population of 41,831 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Grove City city, OH?

The median household income in Grove City city is $90,888, which is 16% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Grove City city, OH?

The poverty rate in Grove City city is 6.8%. This means approximately 2,812 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Grove City city, Ohio?

Grove City city's population is 86.0% White, 3.7% Black, 3.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.1% Asian.

What is the median home value in Grove City city, OH?

The median home value in Grove City city is $283,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

How educated is Grove City city, Ohio?

35.3% of adults (25+) in Grove City city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.