Richmond County is a county located in the U.S. state of Georgia. As of the most recent data available, the county has a population of approximately 199,775 people, with a population density of about 616.59 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 324.00 square miles (839.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Augusta, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Augusta.
Geographically, Richmond County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Fort Gordon 470 ft and its lowest point at Gracewood 300 ft. The region operates in the UTC-5.