Scott County is a county located in the U.S. state of Illinois. As of the most recent data available, the county has a population of approximately 5,537 people, with a population density of about 22.06 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 251.00 square miles (650.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Winchester, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Winchester.
Geographically, Scott County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Manchester 691 ft and its lowest point at Bluffs 474 ft. The region operates in the UTC-6.