Carter County is a county located in the U.S. state of Missouri. As of the most recent data available, the county has a population of approximately 5,941 people, with a population density of about 11.69 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 508.00 square miles (1,316.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Van Buren, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Van Buren.
Geographically, Carter County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Ellsinore 711 ft and its lowest point at Van Buren 475 ft. The region operates in the UTC-6.