Cole 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 71,397 people, with a population density of about 182.14 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 392.00 square miles (1,015.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Jefferson City, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Jefferson City.
Geographically, Cole County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Centertown 848 ft and its lowest point at Russellville 0 ft. The region operates in the UTC-6.