Groton is a town located in New London County, in the state of Connecticut (CT), United States. Nestled in the New England division of the North-east region, it covers an area of 31.3 square miles (81.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 75 ft. With a population of approximately 10,010 residents, Groton offers a vibrant community life.
The town's population is composed of about 203.94% males and -103.94% females, and it has a population density of 319.81 people per square mile (123.48/km²). Groton lies at a latitude of 41.35 and a longitude of -72.03, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (5.4%), followed by English (14.4%), German (15.4%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 06340.