Ray 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 23,354 people, with a population density of about 40.97 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 570.00 square miles (1,476.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Richmond, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Richmond.
Geographically, Ray County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Lawson 1,060 ft and its lowest point at Henrietta 0 ft. The region operates in the UTC-6.