Stone 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 28,658 people, with a population density of about 61.90 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 463.00 square miles (1,199.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Galena, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Kimberling City.
Geographically, Stone County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Branson West 1,360 ft and its lowest point at McCord Bend 974 ft. The region operates in the UTC-6.