Hartford County is a county located in the U.S. state of Connecticut. As of the most recent data available, the county has a population of approximately 857,183 people, with a population density of about 164.65 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 736.00 square miles (1,906.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Hartford, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Hartford.
Geographically, Hartford County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Hartland 1,123 ft and its lowest point at East Windsor 0 ft. The region operates in the UTC-5.