Walton 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 40,601 people, with a population density of about 38.38 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 1,058.00 square miles (2,740.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is De Funiak Springs, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is De Funiak Springs.
Geographically, Walton County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Paxton 314 ft and its lowest point at Miramar Beach 5 ft. The region operates in the UTC-6.