Putnam 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 70,423 people, with a population density of about 97.54 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 722.00 square miles (1,870.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Palatka, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Palatka.
Geographically, Putnam County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Interlachen 104 ft and its lowest point at East Palatka 16 ft. The region operates in the UTC-5.