Jessamine 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 39,041 people, with a population density of about 225.67 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 173.00 square miles (448.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Nicholasville, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Nicholasville.
Geographically, Jessamine County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Nicholasville 930 ft and its lowest point at Wilmore 880 ft. The region operates in the UTC-5.