Green Cove Springs, Florida
Green Cove Springs: City in Clay County, Florida, United States
About
Green Cove Springs is a city located in the county of Clay in the U.S. state of Florida. Its population at the 2010 census was 6,908 and a population density of 270 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 8,920 inhabitants.
The city was created 172 years ago in 1853.
Quick Facts about Green Cove Springs
| Population | 8,920 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Florida (United States) |
| County | Clay County |
| Postal code | 32043 |
| Phone Area Codes | 904 |
| Area | 25.62 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 29.9919,-81.6782 |
| Altitude | 16 feet / 5 meters |
| Capital city | Green Cove Springs is capital of Clay County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1854 (172 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 01:22:07 (18th April 2026) |
| Density | 348 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 22.56% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 94℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Green Cove Springs is located at 29°59'31"N 81°40'41"W (29.9919100, -81.6781500).
Green Cove Springs map
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Weather
Mostly sunny. High near 94, with temperatures falling to around 92 in the afternoon. South wind 3 to 9 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Green Cove Springs increased by 22.56% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 6,908 | - | census |
| 2011 | 6,946 | 0.55% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 6,957 | 0.16% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 6,983 | 0.37% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 7,060 | 1.09% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 7,206 | 2.03% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 7,595 | 5.12% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 7,982 | 4.85% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 8,303 | 3.87% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 8,577 | 3.19% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 8,920 | 3.85% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Green Cove Springs
1Spring Park
106 St Johns Ave, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043, United States View details
Phone: +19042977500 | Website available
2Camp Chowenwaw Park
1517 Ball Rd, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043, United States View details
Phone: +19045298058 | Website available
3Green Cove Springs
229 Walnut St, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043, United States View details
Services and Civic Places in Green Cove Springs
1Green Cove Springs City Hall
321 Walnut St, Grn, 321 Walnut St, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043 View details
Phone: +19042977500 | Website available
People born in Green Cove Springs (8)
People born in Green Cove Springs, including sculptor Augusta Savage, businessman Charles E. Merrill, Olympic baseball player Chris Roberts, .
More notable people
- Kevin Allen (American racing driver) he was born in 03/03/1965
- Charlie Butler (American baseball player) he was born in 12/05/1906
- Rob Bradley (Florida State Senator) he was born in 24/08/1970
- Caeleb Dressel (American swimmer) he was born in 16/08/1996
- Will Holden (American-football player (1993-)) he was born in 14/09/1993
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Green Cove Springs, FL. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 439792 | Fortis College-Orange Park | Orange Park (FL) | 32065 |
Nearby Transit Stations (7)
Rail and bus stations connected to Green Cove Springs, FL. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PAK | Palatka | 220 North 11th Street | RAIL |
| JAX | Jacksonville | 3570 Clifford Lane | RAIL |
| WDO | Waldo, Florida | 14648 NE 147th Avenue | BUS |
| GNF | Gainesville, Florida | 201 East University Ave. | BUS |
| OCA | Ocala, Florida | 531 Northeast First Ave | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Green Cove Springs.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Green Cove Spring Post Office | Green Cove Springs (FL) | 32043 |
Other cities in Clay County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Clay County , FL.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Lakeside | 30,943 | Small town in Navajo County |
| Middleburg | 13,008 | Town in Loudoun County, Virginia |
| Orange Park | 8,777 | Town in Florida |
| Asbury Lake | 8,700 | Census designated place |
| Keystone Heights | 1,549 | City in Clay County, Florida, United States |
| Penney Farms | 839 | Town in Clay County, Florida, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Green Cove Springs distances to largest Florida cities