Locust Grove Georgia Map

About Locust Grove, Georgia

Locust Grove is a locality in Henry County, Georgia, United States. It has a population of 10,532. The population density is 310.7 people per km². Locust Grove is located at 33.3460°N, 84.1091°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 30248.

Locust Grove unfolds across gently rolling terrain, a place where the Georgia piedmont exhales a humid, verdant breath. It lies 7.3 miles south-south-east of McDonough, GA (from McDonough, GA: bearing 163°T), and is situated 9.0 miles west-north-west of Jackson. The landscape is a mosaic of mature hardwoods, their broad leaves whispering in the summer breeze, interspersed with open fields that, come autumn, turn to shades of ochre and gold. Creeks, often mere trickles in the dry season but swollen torrents after a rain, carve shallow paths through the land, their banks lined with the characteristic trees that give Locust Grove its name. The air here carries the scent of pine needles and damp earth, a comforting aroma that settles over the small homes and sprawling agricultural plots. Sunlight, especially in the late afternoon, spills across the fields in broad, golden swathes, illuminating the dust motes dancing in the still air. The history of Locust Grove is deeply rooted in the fertile soil and the early promise of agriculture, particularly cotton, which once dominated the region's economy. Over time, the land has adapted, and while farming persists, the economic character of Locust Grove has broadened, embracing light industry and a growing retail presence that serves the surrounding populace. The nearby Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter is a significant draw, hosting events that bring a vibrant energy to the area, a testament to the enduring connection to the land and its bounty. This locality, unlike many of its neighbors, retains a distinct sense of unhurried purpose, a quiet confidence born from generations who have worked and lived by the land's rhythms, fostering a community where neighborly ties remain a visible thread.

About This Locust Grove Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Locust Grove, Georgia — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 33.34595, -84.109083. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Locust Grove and Henry County.

Detailed location data for Locust Grove includes the ZIP code (30248), telephone area code (404, 470, 678), county seat of Henry County (McDonough), and school district assignment (Henry County School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Locust Grove is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.