Nelson 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 37,477 people, with a population density of about 88.60 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 423.00 square miles (1,096.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Bardstown, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Bardstown.
Geographically, Nelson County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Coxs Creek 700 ft and its lowest point at New Haven 0 ft. The region operates in the UTC-5.