to its close proximity to Fort Gordon, Many military families looked to Grovetown for housing. Gradually, more and more retired military saw the benefits of living in the small town and population began to grow and stabilize. Annexation and multi-housing construction has increased the population of the formerly quiet town. Currently, Grovetown has a population of approximately 15,000, up from the 1990 census figure of 3,596. A variety of stores, dining establishments, schools, and churches add to the town's culture. Services include recreational facilities, a public safety department, two fire stations, water and sewer services, a senior center, and museum. Geography Grovetown is located in southern Columbia County. Downtown Augusta is east. The northern boundary of Fort Gordon is south. According to the United States Census Bureau, Grovetown has a total area of , of which , or 0.23%, is water. Demographics 2020 census As of the 2020 United States census, there were 15,577 people, 4,028 households, and 2,986 families residing in the city. 2010 census As of 2019, there were 15,152 people and 4,028 households residing in the city. As of the 2010 United States Census, the population density was . There were 2,473 housing units at an average density of . The racial makeup of the city was 61.3% White, 27.8% African American, 0.9% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.0% Pacific Islander, and 7.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 15.6% of the population. In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.4% under the age of 18 and 8.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median income for a household in the city was $68,756. The per capita income for the city was $24,599. Parks and recreation City parks include the Liberty Park Community Center, and Goodale Park, which is named after Joseph Daniel "Danny" Goodale Jr., a Vietnam veteran who died in 1969. Education Grovetown Middle School, Grovetown Elementary School, and Cedar Ridge Elementary School are located in the city limits of Grovetown. Grovetown High School, Columbia Middle School, Brookwood Elementary School, and Euchee Creek Elementary School are located near the city. Baker Place Elementary School is also near the city. Infrastructure Transportation Grovetown is mainly served by Georgia State Route 223 (SR 223), locally known as Robinson Avenue from just northwest of Fort Gordon's Gate 2 to the intersection with Harlem–Grovetown Road and as Wrightsboro Road