Floyd 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 42,441 people, with a population density of about 107.72 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 394.00 square miles (1,020.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Prestonsburg, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Prestonsburg.
Geographically, Floyd County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Wheelwright 1,102 ft and its lowest point at Prestonsburg 600 ft. The region operates in the UTC-5.