Gilchrist County is a county located in the U.S. state of Florida. As of the most recent data available, the county has a population of approximately 14,437 people, with a population density of about 41.37 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 349.00 square miles (904.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Trenton, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Trenton.
Geographically, Gilchrist County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Bell 70 ft and its lowest point at Fanning Springs 32 ft. The region operates in the UTC-5.