Where is Grove City, Ohio, USA?

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Where is Grove City Located? - Grove City is a city located in the Franklin County of Ohio, United States. Grove City lies between 41.1475954 Degrees North latitudes and 73.989306 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Grove City, Ohio

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Where is Grove City?: The Google Map showing the location of Grove City in the U.S. state of Ohio.

Where is Grove City Located?

Grove City is a city located in the Franklin County of Ohio, United States. Grove City lies between 41.1475954 Degrees North latitudes and 73.989306 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Grove City city is 41252 people and the city has a total area of 17.17 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Grove City, Ohio Quick Facts

PropertyInformation
CityGrove City
CountyFranklin County
StateOhio
State CapitalColumbus
US RegionMidwestern United States
Latitude39.8815°N
Longitude83.0924°W
Elevation745 ft (227 m)
Land Area17.73 sq mi
Water Area0.08 sq mi
Total Area17.81 sq mi
Population (latest Census year)41,252 (Census 2020)
Population DensityApproximately 2,327 per sq mi
ZIP Codes43123
Area Code614, 380
Time Zone StandardEastern Standard Time (EST, UTC−5)
Time Zone DaylightEastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC−4)
CurrencyUS Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code39-32522
Congressional DistrictOhio's 15th Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Grove City, Ohio

  • Columbus, Ohio — 8 mi North
  • Urbancrest, Ohio — 3 mi Northeast
  • Galloway, Ohio — 5 mi Northwest
  • Obetz, Ohio — 8 mi East
  • Hilliard, Ohio — 10 mi North
  • Upper Arlington, Ohio — 11 mi North
  • Groveport, Ohio — 11 mi East
  • Canal Winchester, Ohio — 15 mi East
  • London, Ohio — 23 mi West
  • Delaware, Ohio — 32 mi North

Driving Distances from Grove City, Ohio

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
ColumbusOhio815 minutes
HilliardOhio1018 minutes
DublinOhio1625 minutes
WestervilleOhio2030 minutes
LancasterOhio3240 minutes
SpringfieldOhio4550 minutes
NewarkOhio4050 minutes
ChillicotheOhio4250 minutes
DaytonOhio711 hour 15 minutes
ZanesvilleOhio611 hour 10 minutes

Transportation and Connectivity in Grove City, Ohio

TransportationDetails
Airport NameJohn Glenn Columbus International Airport; Rickenbacker International Airport
IATA CodeCMH (John Glenn Columbus International Airport), LCK (Rickenbacker International Airport)
PortNot Applicable
Major HighwaysInterstate 71, Interstate 270, US Route 62, Ohio State Route 665
Train/Amtrak ServiceNo Amtrak service in Grove City; nearest station is Cincinnati or Sandusky
Local Bus/Transit ServiceCentral Ohio Transit Authority (COTA)
  • Interstate 71 runs north-south through the city, connecting Grove City with Columbus and Cincinnati.
  • Interstate 270 forms the western beltway around Columbus and provides convenient regional access.
  • US Route 62 links Grove City with downtown Columbus and communities to the southwest.
  • Ohio State Route 665 provides an important east-west connection between Grove City, Lockbourne, and nearby rural areas.

What are top Places to Visit in Grove City, Ohio

Landmark NameType
Scioto Grove Metro ParkMetro Park
Gardens at Gantz FarmBotanical Garden
Century Village MuseumMuseum
Grove City Town CenterHistoric District
Fryer ParkCommunity Park
Pinnacle Golf ClubGolf Course
Big Splash Family Aquatic CenterWater Park
Battelle Darby Creek Metro ParkMetro Park
Eldorado Scioto DownsCasino & Racetrack
Scioto Audubon Metro ParkMetro Park

Colleges and Universities in Grove City, Ohio

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
The Ohio State UniversityPublicUniversityFlagship research university
Franklin UniversityPrivateUniversityAdult and professional education
Columbus State Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeCareer and transfer programs
Ohio Christian University – Adult & Graduate StudiesPrivateUniversityBusiness and ministry programs
South-Western City School DistrictPublicK–12 DistrictPublic education serving Grove City

Waterbodies in Grove City, Ohio

Scioto River, Big Darby Creek, Little Scioto River, Jackson Lake, Hoover Reservoir, Griggs Reservoir, Big Walnut Creek, Alum Creek, Darby Creek, Buck Run

Golf Courses in Grove City, Ohio

Pinnacle Golf Club, Phoenix Golf Links, The Links at Groveport, Mentel Memorial Golf Course, Raymond Memorial Golf Course, Champions Golf Course, Wilson Road Golf Course, Turnberry Golf Course

Grove City, Ohio — Key Historical Facts

  • Grove City was established in 1852 when local landowner William F. Breck donated land for a new community southwest of Columbus.
  • The city developed as a farming and trading center before expanding with improved transportation links to the Columbus metropolitan area.
  • During the twentieth century, Grove City experienced steady residential and commercial growth while maintaining its historic town center.
  • The construction of Interstate 71 and the Columbus outerbelt helped transform Grove City into one of central Ohio's fastest-growing suburban communities.
  • Today, Grove City is known for its parks, community festivals, thriving business districts, and convenient access to downtown Columbus.

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