Moniteau 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 14,827 people, with a population density of about 35.56 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 417.00 square miles (1,080.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is California, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is California.
Geographically, Moniteau County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Tipton 926 ft and its lowest point at Jamestown 865 ft. The region operates in the UTC-6.