Scott 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 40,422 people, with a population density of about 96.01 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 421.00 square miles (1,090.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Benton, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Sikeston.
Geographically, Scott County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Benton 440 ft and its lowest point at Scott City 0 ft. The region operates in the UTC-6.