Carter 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 26,889 people, with a population density of about 65.42 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 411.00 square miles (1,064.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Grayson, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Willard.
Geographically, Carter County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Olive Hill 760 ft and its lowest point at Grayson 608 ft. The region operates in the UTC-5.