Russell 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 16,315 people, with a population density of about 64.23 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 254.00 square miles (658.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Jamestown, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Eli.
Geographically, Russell County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Jamestown 1,024 ft and its lowest point at Bryan 0 ft. The region operates in the UTC-6.