Butler County is a county located in the U.S. state of Kentucky. As of the most recent data available, the county has a population of approximately 13,010 people, with a population density of about 30.40 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 428.00 square miles (1,109.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Morgantown, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Welchs Creek.
Geographically, Butler County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Jetson 630 ft and its lowest point at Morgantown 573 ft. The region operates in the UTC-6.