Lee 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 7,916 people, with a population density of about 37.70 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 210.00 square miles (544.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Beattyville, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is St. Helens.
Geographically, Lee County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Beattyville 666 ft and its lowest point at St. Helens 0 ft. The region operates in the UTC-5.