Pike County, MO
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Pike County Overview
17,719
TOTAL POPULATION
9,656
MALE POPULATION
8,063
FEMALE POPULATION
119.76
MALES / 100 FEMALES
83.50
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$26,206
PER CAPITA INCOME
$75,222
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$53,363
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
29.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
70.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$13,053
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
7,024
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
49.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Pike County Area Codes
Race in Pike County
The most populous races in Pike County are White / Caucasian (15,820 | 89.3%), Black / African American (890 | 5.0%), and Two or more Races (519 | 2.9%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 63 | 0.4% |
| Black / African American | 890 | 5.0% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 13 | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 411 | 2.3% |
| Native / Alaskan | 191 | 1.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 15,820 | 89.3% |
| Two or more Races | 519 | 2.9% |
| Some other Race | 223 | 1.3% |
| Total | 17,719 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Pike County
The most populous ancestries reported in Pike County are German (3,378 | 19.1%), Irish (1,868 | 10.5%), American (1,672 | 9.4%), English (1,281 | 7.2%), and Italian (478 | 2.7%), together accounting for 49.0% of all Pike County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| Afghan | 3 | 0.0% |
| African | 43 | 0.2% |
| American | 1,672 | 9.4% |
| Apache | 7 | 0.0% |
| Arab | 147 | 0.8% |
| Armenian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 12 | 0.1% |
| Bhutanese | 10 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 15 | 0.1% |
| British | 18 | 0.1% |
| Burmese | 8 | 0.1% |
| Canadian | 24 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 12 | 0.1% |
| Central American Indian | 12 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 123 | 0.7% |
| Croatian | 8 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 26 | 0.2% |
| Czechoslovakian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Danish | 31 | 0.2% |
| Dutch | 204 | 1.1% |
| English | 1,281 | 7.2% |
| European | 122 | 0.7% |
| French | 467 | 2.6% |
| French Canadian | 2 | 0.0% |
| German | 3,378 | 19.1% |
| Greek | 20 | 0.1% |
| Guatemalan | 12 | 0.1% |
| Haitian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Hungarian | 16 | 0.1% |
| Indian (Asian) | 16 | 0.1% |
| Iraqi | 126 | 0.7% |
| Irish | 1,868 | 10.5% |
| Italian | 478 | 2.7% |
| Jamaican | 2 | 0.0% |
| Korean | 33 | 0.2% |
| Latvian | 12 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 375 | 2.1% |
| Native Hawaiian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Navajo | 2 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 26 | 0.2% |
| Norwegian | 28 | 0.2% |
| Pakistani | 2 | 0.0% |
| Polish | 221 | 1.3% |
| Portuguese | 17 | 0.1% |
| Puerto Rican | 13 | 0.1% |
| Romanian | 13 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 24 | 0.1% |
| Samoan | 9 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 12 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 74 | 0.4% |
| Scottish | 209 | 1.2% |
| Seminole | 20 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 43 | 0.2% |
| Swedish | 90 | 0.5% |
| Swiss | 11 | 0.1% |
| Syrian | 21 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 19 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 52 | 0.3% | View All 58 Rows |
Immigrants in Pike County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Pike County came from Asia (111 | 0.6%), Western Asia (82 | 0.5%), Jordan (44 | 0.3%), Iraq (38 | 0.2%), and Latin America (37 | 0.2%), together accounting for 1.8% of all Pike County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Afghanistan | 3 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 111 | 0.6% |
| Canada | 28 | 0.2% |
| Central America | 36 | 0.2% |
| China | 15 | 0.1% |
| Colombia | 1 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 15 | 0.1% |
| England | 9 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 10 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 1 | 0.0% |
| India | 5 | 0.0% |
| Iraq | 38 | 0.2% |
| Jordan | 44 | 0.3% |
| Latin America | 37 | 0.2% |
| Mexico | 36 | 0.2% |
| Northern Europe | 9 | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 7 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 6 | 0.0% |
| South America | 1 | 0.0% |
| South Central Asia | 8 | 0.1% |
| South Eastern Asia | 6 | 0.0% |
| Western Asia | 82 | 0.5% |
| Western Europe | 1 | 0.0% | View All 23 Rows |
Sex and Age in Pike County
Sex and Age in Pike County
The most populous age groups in Pike County are 25 to 29 Years (776 | 8.0%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (715 | 8.9%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 534 (5.5%) | 462 (5.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 584 (6.0%) | 636 (7.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 579 (6.0%) | 501 (6.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 628 (6.5%) | 417 (5.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 554 (5.7%) | 436 (5.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 776 (8.0%) | 445 (5.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 696 (7.2%) | 437 (5.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 649 (6.7%) | 548 (6.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 603 (6.2%) | 405 (5.0%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 675 (7.0%) | 420 (5.2%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 580 (6.0%) | 452 (5.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 658 (6.8%) | 422 (5.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 660 (6.8%) | 715 (8.9%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 606 (6.3%) | 473 (5.9%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 298 (3.1%) | 451 (5.6%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 305 (3.2%) | 311 (3.9%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 174 (1.8%) | 328 (4.1%) |
| 85 Years and over | 97 (1.0%) | 204 (2.5%) |
| Total | 9,656 (100.0%) | 8,063 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Pike County
Median Family Size in Pike County
The median family size in Pike County is 3.09 persons per family, with single male/father families (482 | 11.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.2 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (652 | 15.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.01 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,135 (73.4%) | 3.09 |
| Single Male/Father | 482 (11.3%) | 3.20 |
| Single Female/Mother | 652 (15.3%) | 3.01 |
| Total Families | 4,269 (100.0%) | 3.09 |
Median Household Size in Pike County
The median household size in Pike County is 2.52 persons per household, with single male/father households (482 | 7.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.51 persons per household. non-family households (2,038 | 32.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.17 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,135 (49.7%) | 3.10 |
| Single Male/Father | 482 (7.6%) | 3.51 |
| Single Female/Mother | 652 (10.3%) | 3.17 |
| Non-family | 2,038 (32.3%) | 1.17 |
| Total Households | 6,307 (100.0%) | 2.52 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Pike County
Out of a total of 6,307 households in Pike County, 4,269 (67.7%) are family households, while 2,038 (32.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,203, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,762.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,762 (27.9%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,203 (34.9%) | 241 (3.8%) |
| 3-Person Households | 788 (12.5%) | 31 (0.5%) |
| 4-Person Households | 758 (12.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 275 (4.4%) | 4 (0.1%) |
| 6-Person Households | 158 (2.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 87 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,269 (67.7%) | 2,038 (32.3%) |
Female Fertility in Pike County
Fertility by Age in Pike County
Average fertility rate in Pike County is 78.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 149.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 80.4% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 197 (80.4%) | 149.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 48 (19.6%) | 34.0 |
| Total | 245 (100.0%) | 78.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Pike County
84.5% of women with births (245) in Pike County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 64.6% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 3.5% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 190 (96.5%) | 7 (3.5%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 17 (35.4%) | 31 (64.6%) |
| Total | 207 (84.5%) | 38 (15.5%) |
Fertility by Education in Pike County
Average fertility rate in Pike County is 78.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 173.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 11.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree represent 32.7% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 7 (2.9%) | 11.0 |
| High School Diploma | 69 (28.2%) | 64.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 69 (28.2%) | 106.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 80 (32.7%) | 173.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 20 (8.2%) | 58.0 |
| Total | 245 (100.0%) | 78.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Pike County
15.5% of women with births in Pike County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 38 (55.1%) | 31 (44.9%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 69 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 80 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 20 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 207 (84.5%) | 38 (15.5%) |
Income in Pike County
Income Overview in Pike County
Per Capita Income in Pike County is $26,206, while median incomes of families and households are $75,222 and $53,363 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 17,719 | $26,206 |
| Median Family Income | 4,269 | $75,222 |
| Mean Family Income | 4,269 | $84,111 |
| Median Household Income | 6,307 | $53,363 |
| Mean Household Income | 6,307 | $71,989 |
| Income Deficit | 4,269 | $13,053 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 17,719 | 29.56% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 17,719 | 70.44¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 17,719 | 0.44 |
Earnings by Sex in Pike County
Average Earnings in Pike County are $39,311, $46,290 for men and $32,607 for women, a difference of 29.6%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 3,914 (52.8%) | $46,290 |
| Female | 3,505 (47.2%) | $32,607 |
| Total | 7,419 (100.0%) | $39,311 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Pike County
The most common earnings brackets in Pike County are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (424 | 10.8%) and $35,000 to $39,999 for women (365 | 10.4%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 180 (4.6%) | 182 (5.2%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 77 (2.0%) | 160 (4.6%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 54 (1.4%) | 100 (2.9%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 44 (1.1%) | 92 (2.6%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 155 (4.0%) | 99 (2.8%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 89 (2.3%) | 114 (3.3%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 38 (1.0%) | 128 (3.6%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 33 (0.8%) | 146 (4.2%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 64 (1.6%) | 153 (4.4%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 118 (3.0%) | 81 (2.3%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 191 (4.9%) | 311 (8.9%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 175 (4.5%) | 287 (8.2%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 378 (9.7%) | 365 (10.4%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 265 (6.8%) | 257 (7.3%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 348 (8.9%) | 113 (3.2%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 284 (7.3%) | 194 (5.5%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 329 (8.4%) | 228 (6.5%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 364 (9.3%) | 116 (3.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 424 (10.8%) | 296 (8.5%) |
| $100,000+ | 304 (7.8%) | 83 (2.4%) |
| Total | 3,914 (100.0%) | 3,505 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Pike County
Average earnings in Pike County are $49,660 for men and $36,154 for women, a difference of 27.2%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $76,786, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $34,080. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $50,266, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $20,385.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $34,080 | $20,385 |
| High School Diploma | $50,242 | $30,482 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $52,484 | $35,728 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $46,518 | $47,841 |
| Graduate Degree | $76,786 | $50,266 |
| Total | $49,660 | $36,154 |
Family Income in Pike County
Family Income Brackets in Pike County
According to the Pike County family income data, there are 892 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.9% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 111 families (2.6%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 312 | 7.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 111 | 2.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 282 | 6.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 235 | 5.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 482 | 11.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 704 | 16.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 781 | 18.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 892 | 20.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 277 | 6.5% |
| $200,000+ | 188 | 4.4% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Pike County
6-person families (146 | 3.4%) account for the highest median family income in Pike County with $123,415 per family, while 2-person families (2,289 | 53.6%) have the highest median income of $33,608 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,289 (53.6%) | $67,216 |
| 3-Person Families | 828 (19.4%) | $85,625 |
| 4-Person Families | 658 (15.4%) | $89,143 |
| 5-Person Families | 297 (7.0%) | $96,042 |
| 6-Person Families | 146 (3.4%) | $123,415 |
| 7+ Person Families | 51 (1.2%) | $72,083 |
| Total | 4,269 (100.0%) | $75,222 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Pike County
The median family income in Pike County is $75,222, with families comprising 3+ earners (416) having the highest median family income of $124,085, while families with no earners (948) have the lowest median family income of $21,250, accounting for 9.7% and 22.2% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 948 (22.2%) | $21,250 |
| 1 Earner | 1,355 (31.7%) | $56,551 |
| 2 Earners | 1,550 (36.3%) | $100,500 |
| 3+ Earners | 416 (9.7%) | $124,085 |
| Total | 4,269 (100.0%) | $75,222 |
Household Income in Pike County
Household Income Brackets in Pike County
With 1,015 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Pike County, accounting for 16.1% of all households. In contrast, only 214 households (3.4%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 290 | 4.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 391 | 6.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 738 | 11.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 669 | 10.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 826 | 13.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,015 | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 883 | 14.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 965 | 15.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 309 | 4.9% |
| $200,000+ | 214 | 3.4% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Pike County
The median household income in Pike County is $53,363, with the highest median household income of $78,750 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,716 households (27.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $34,843, with 1,943 households (30.8%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 407 (6.5%) | $48,157 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,716 (27.2%) | $78,750 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,241 (35.5%) | $56,776 |
| 65+ Years | 1,943 (30.8%) | $34,843 |
| Total | 6,307 (100.0%) | $53,363 |
Poverty in Pike County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Pike County
With 15.3% poverty level for males and 16.4% for females among the residents of Pike County, 12 to 14 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 114 males (30.6%) and 145 females (48.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 71 (13.5%) | 72 (16.4%) |
| 5 Years | 4 (4.2%) | 145 (48.5%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 142 (20.7%) | 77 (13.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 114 (30.6%) | 36 (13.2%) |
| 15 Years | 51 (30.2%) | 34 (28.1%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 54 (21.6%) | 21 (11.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 42 (6.4%) | 140 (25.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 96 (8.7%) | 115 (13.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 94 (11.0%) | 91 (9.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 188 (21.8%) | 69 (7.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 170 (16.8%) | 237 (21.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 82 (9.5%) | 93 (10.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 112 (21.2%) | 163 (21.1%) |
| Total | 1,220 (15.3%) | 1,293 (16.4%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Pike County
According to the poverty statistics in Pike County, males aged 5 years and females aged 45 to 54 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 95.8% of males and 92.1% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 457 (86.6%) | 367 (83.6%) |
| 5 Years | 92 (95.8%) | 154 (51.5%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 543 (79.3%) | 483 (86.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 258 (69.4%) | 236 (86.8%) |
| 15 Years | 118 (69.8%) | 87 (71.9%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 196 (78.4%) | 166 (88.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 612 (93.6%) | 405 (74.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,006 (91.3%) | 756 (86.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 762 (89.0%) | 857 (90.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 675 (78.2%) | 803 (92.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 842 (83.2%) | 882 (78.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 785 (90.5%) | 812 (89.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 416 (78.8%) | 608 (78.9%) |
| Total | 6,762 (84.7%) | 6,616 (83.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Pike County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Pike County show that 7.0% or 221 of the total 3,135 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 7.8%, comprising of 16 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 5.6%, which includes 52 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,823 (92.3%) | 151 (7.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 874 (94.4%) | 52 (5.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 189 (92.2%) | 16 (7.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 28 (93.3%) | 2 (6.7%) |
| Total | 2,914 (92.9%) | 221 (7.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Pike County
According to the poverty data in Pike County, 25.1% or 121 single-father households and 36.3% or 237 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 1 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 17 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 94 (38.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 90 (28.4%) | 126 (33.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 30 (45.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 1 (100.0%) | 17 (100.0%) |
| Total | 121 (25.1%) | 237 (36.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Pike County
The poverty data for Pike County shows that 221 of the married-couple family households (7.0%) and 358 of the single-parent households (31.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 16 households (7.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 18 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 151 (7.6%) | 94 (27.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 52 (5.6%) | 216 (31.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 16 (7.8%) | 30 (36.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 2 (6.7%) | 18 (100.0%) |
| Total | 221 (7.0%) | 358 (31.6%) |
Employment Characteristics in Pike County
Employment by Class of Employer in Pike County
Among the 6,653 employed individuals in Pike County, private company employees (4,174 | 62.7%), local government employees (671 | 10.1%), and not-for-profit organizations (602 | 9.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 4,174 | 62.7% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 164 | 2.5% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 556 | 8.4% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 602 | 9.0% |
| Local Government Employees | 671 | 10.1% |
| State Government Employees | 326 | 4.9% |
| Federal Government Employees | 160 | 2.4% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 6,653 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Pike County
According to the labor force statistics for Pike County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (14,133), 49.7% or 7,024 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.8% or 337 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 70.1% or 794 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 15.5% or 55 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 355 (47.0%) | 55 (15.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 562 (56.8%) | 34 (6.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 789 (64.6%) | 31 (3.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 794 (70.1%) | 39 (4.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,413 (64.1%) | 47 (3.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,342 (63.1%) | 94 (7.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 570 (52.8%) | 29 (5.1%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 674 (49.0%) | 9 (1.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 464 (25.4%) | 2 (0.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 60 (4.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,024 (49.7%) | 337 (4.8%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Pike County
According to labor force statistics for Pike County, 61.1% of individuals (5,585) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (9,141) are in the labor force, with 4.5% or 251 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 77.7% or 1,141 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 6.9% or 25 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 360 (31.1%) | 80 (6.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,610 (58.4%) | 308 (6.9%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,473 (71.9%) | 29 (1.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,141 (77.7%) | 28 (1.9%) |
| Total | 5,585 (61.1%) | 411 (4.5%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Pike County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Pike County are Management (656 | 9.9%), Community & Social Service (580 | 8.7%), Education Instruction & Library (431 | 6.5%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (404 | 6.1%), and Business & Financial (273 | 4.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Pike County, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (89.5%), Architecture & Engineering (78.4%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (67.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (95.1%), Business & Financial (93.4%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (92.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 313 (47.7%) | 343 (52.3%) |
| Business & Financial | 18 (6.6%) | 255 (93.4%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 68 (67.3%) | 33 (32.7%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 22 (48.9%) | 23 (51.1%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 29 (78.4%) | 8 (21.6%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 17 (89.5%) | 2 (10.5%) |
| Community & Social Service | 132 (22.8%) | 448 (77.2%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 16 (26.7%) | 44 (73.3%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 6 (25.0%) | 18 (75.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 79 (18.3%) | 352 (81.7%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 31 (47.7%) | 34 (52.3%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 31 (7.7%) | 373 (92.3%) |
| Health Technologists | 10 (4.9%) | 194 (95.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 562 (27.9%) | 1,452 (72.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,452 (51.9%) | 3,201 (48.1%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Pike County are Security & Protection (323 | 4.9%), Law Enforcement (244 | 3.7%), Healthcare Support (226 | 3.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (220 | 3.3%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (156 | 2.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Pike County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (94.9%), Security & Protection (74.3%), and Law Enforcement (67.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (97.1%), Healthcare Support (94.7%), and Food Preparation & Serving (70.9%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 12 (5.3%) | 214 (94.7%) |
| Security & Protection | 240 (74.3%) | 83 (25.7%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 75 (94.9%) | 4 (5.1%) |
| Law Enforcement | 165 (67.6%) | 79 (32.4%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 64 (29.1%) | 156 (70.9%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 101 (64.7%) | 55 (35.3%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 3 (2.9%) | 101 (97.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 420 (40.8%) | 609 (59.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,452 (51.9%) | 3,201 (48.1%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Pike County are Sales & Related (581 | 8.7%), and Office & Administration (549 | 8.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 208 (35.8%) | 373 (64.2%) |
| Office & Administration | 86 (15.7%) | 463 (84.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 294 (26.0%) | 836 (74.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,452 (51.9%) | 3,201 (48.1%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Pike County are Construction & Extraction (818 | 12.3%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (275 | 4.1%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (118 | 1.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 92 (78.0%) | 26 (22.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 765 (93.5%) | 53 (6.5%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 270 (98.2%) | 5 (1.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,127 (93.1%) | 84 (6.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,452 (51.9%) | 3,201 (48.1%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Pike County are Production (520 | 7.8%), Transportation (408 | 6.1%), and Material Moving (341 | 5.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 437 (84.0%) | 83 (16.0%) |
| Transportation | 387 (94.9%) | 21 (5.1%) |
| Material Moving | 225 (66.0%) | 116 (34.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,049 (82.7%) | 220 (17.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,452 (51.9%) | 3,201 (48.1%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Pike County
Employment Industries in Pike County
The major employment industries in Pike County include Health Care & Social Assistance (886 | 13.3%), Construction (793 | 11.9%), Retail Trade (754 | 11.3%), Manufacturing (711 | 10.7%), and Educational Services (587 | 8.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Pike County
The Pike County industries that see more men than women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Utilities (96.9%), and Construction (93.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (87.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (87.3%), and Professional & Scientific (80.2%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 238 (80.7%) | 57 (19.3%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 61 (74.4%) | 21 (25.6%) |
| Construction | 740 (93.3%) | 53 (6.7%) |
| Manufacturing | 553 (77.8%) | 158 (22.2%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 231 (83.4%) | 46 (16.6%) |
| Retail Trade | 319 (42.3%) | 435 (57.7%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 314 (72.7%) | 118 (27.3%) |
| Utilities | 62 (96.9%) | 2 (3.1%) |
| Information | 61 (75.3%) | 20 (24.7%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 30 (12.3%) | 213 (87.6%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 5 (26.3%) | 14 (73.7%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 47 (19.8%) | 191 (80.2%) |
| Enterprise Management | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 73 (41.0%) | 105 (59.0%) |
| Educational Services | 126 (21.5%) | 461 (78.5%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 113 (12.8%) | 773 (87.3%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 15 (48.4%) | 16 (51.6%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 113 (39.7%) | 172 (60.4%) |
| Public Administration | 243 (55.6%) | 194 (44.4%) |
| Total | 3,452 (51.9%) | 3,201 (48.1%) |
Education in Pike County
School Enrollment in Pike County
The most common levels of schooling among the 3,419 students in Pike County are middle school (901 | 26.4%), high school (892 | 26.1%), and elementary school (725 | 21.2%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 324 | 9.5% |
| Kindergarten | 231 | 6.8% |
| Elementary School | 725 | 21.2% |
| Middle School | 901 | 26.4% |
| High School | 892 | 26.1% |
| College / Undergraduate | 287 | 8.4% |
| Graduate / Professional | 59 | 1.7% |
| Total | 3,419 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Pike County
Out of a total of 3,419 students who are enrolled in schools in Pike County, 332 (9.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 3,087 (90.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 63 (38.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 102 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 90 (92.8%) | 7 (7.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,012 (92.5%) | 82 (7.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 938 (88.2%) | 125 (11.8%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 638 (94.0%) | 41 (6.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 102 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 131 (97.8%) | 3 (2.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 101 (61.6%) | 63 (38.4%) |
| 35 Years and over | 77 (89.5%) | 9 (10.5%) |
| Total | 3,087 (90.3%) | 332 (9.7%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Pike County
Business (520 | 26.3%), education (414 | 20.9%), bio, nature & agricultural (175 | 8.8%), science & technology (165 | 8.3%), and arts & humanities (140 | 7.1%) are the most common fields of study among 1,979 individuals in Pike County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 53 | 2.7% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 175 | 8.8% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 31 | 1.6% |
| Psychology | 139 | 7.0% |
| Social Sciences | 49 | 2.5% |
| Engineering | 98 | 5.0% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 165 | 8.3% |
| Business | 520 | 26.3% |
| Education | 414 | 20.9% |
| Literature & Languages | 35 | 1.8% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 60 | 3.0% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 40 | 2.0% |
| Communications | 60 | 3.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 140 | 7.1% |
| Total | 1,979 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Pike County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Pike County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Pike County are males with 2 vehicles (1,429, accounting for 41.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,079, making up 45.0%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 92 (2.7%) | 86 (2.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 561 (16.2%) | 443 (14.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,429 (41.3%) | 1,079 (34.0%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 930 (26.9%) | 964 (30.3%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 263 (7.6%) | 399 (12.6%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 183 (5.3%) | 205 (6.5%) |
| Total | 3,458 (100.0%) | 3,176 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Pike County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Pike County are 10 to 14 minutes (1,202 commuters, 18.7%), 5 to 9 minutes (968 commuters, 15.1%), and 20 to 24 minutes (910 commuters, 14.2%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 328 | 5.1% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 968 | 15.1% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,202 | 18.7% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 706 | 11.0% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 910 | 14.2% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 342 | 5.3% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 834 | 13.0% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 116 | 1.8% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 108 | 1.7% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 271 | 4.2% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 508 | 7.9% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 120 | 1.9% |
Commute Time by Sex in Pike County
The most common commute times in Pike County are 10 to 14 minutes (668 commuters, 20.0%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (603 commuters, 19.7%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 160 (4.8%) | 168 (5.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 365 (10.9%) | 603 (19.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 668 (20.0%) | 534 (17.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 329 (9.8%) | 377 (12.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 484 (14.5%) | 426 (13.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 141 (4.2%) | 201 (6.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 391 (11.7%) | 443 (14.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 67 (2.0%) | 49 (1.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 75 (2.2%) | 33 (1.1%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 194 (5.8%) | 77 (2.5%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 360 (10.8%) | 148 (4.8%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 110 (3.3%) | 10 (0.3%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Pike County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Pike County are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (931, 27.8%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (828, 27.0%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 214 (6.4%) | 117 (3.8%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 254 (7.6%) | 130 (4.2%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 195 (5.8%) | 211 (6.9%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 404 (12.1%) | 228 (7.4%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 296 (8.8%) | 225 (7.3%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 525 (15.7%) | 617 (20.1%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 931 (27.8%) | 828 (27.0%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 112 (3.4%) | 133 (4.3%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 6 (0.2%) | 84 (2.7%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 59 (1.8%) | 99 (3.2%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 3 (0.1%) | 43 (1.4%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 17 (0.5%) | 5 (0.2%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 148 (4.4%) | 136 (4.4%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 180 (5.4%) | 213 (6.9%) |
| Total | 3,344 (100.0%) | 3,069 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Pike County
Occupancy by Ownership in Pike County
Of the total 6,307 dwellings in Pike County, owner-occupied units account for 4,648 (73.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,659 (26.3%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 4,648 | 73.7% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,659 | 26.3% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 6,307 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Pike County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,762 | 27.9% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,444 | 38.8% |
| 3-Person Household | 819 | 13.0% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,282 | 20.3% |
| Total Housing Units | 6,307 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Pike County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,197 (67.9%) | 565 (32.1%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,989 (81.4%) | 455 (18.6%) |
| 3-Person Household | 609 (74.4%) | 210 (25.6%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 853 (66.5%) | 429 (33.5%) |
| Total Housing Units | 4,648 (73.7%) | 1,659 (26.3%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Pike County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 429 (53.5%) | 373 (46.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,164 (71.8%) | 852 (28.2%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,200 (82.4%) | 256 (17.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 855 (82.8%) | 178 (17.2%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Pike County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,181 | 18.7% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 942 | 14.9% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 943 | 14.9% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,298 | 20.6% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,133 | 18.0% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 612 | 9.7% |
| 85 Years and Over | 198 | 3.1% |
| Total | 6,307 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Pike County
Median Income by Occupancy in Pike County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 4,648 (73.7%) | $63,702 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,659 (26.3%) | $33,154 |
| Average | 6,307 (100.0%) | $53,363 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Pike County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 123 (2.6%) | 36 (2.2%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 127 (2.7%) | 4 (0.2%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 75 (1.6%) | 317 (19.1%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 252 (5.4%) | 183 (11.0%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 174 (3.7%) | 128 (7.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 384 (8.3%) | 287 (17.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 658 (14.2%) | 169 (10.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 776 (16.7%) | 238 (14.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 739 (15.9%) | 145 (8.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 854 (18.4%) | 114 (6.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 486 (10.5%) | 38 (2.3%) |
| Total | 4,648 (100.0%) | 1,659 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Pike County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 888 (19.1%) | 200 (12.1%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,162 (25.0%) | 187 (11.3%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,026 (22.1%) | 560 (33.8%) |
| $800 to $999 | 478 (10.3%) | 260 (15.7%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 699 (15.0%) | 194 (11.7%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 254 (5.5%) | 10 (0.6%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 96 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 35 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 10 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,648 (100.0%) | 1,659 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Pike County
Housing Structures in Pike County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,643 | 73.6% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 22 | 0.4% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 213 | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 321 | 5.1% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 65 | 1.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 145 | 2.3% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 898 | 14.2% |
| Total | 6,307 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Pike County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,850 (82.9%) | 793 (17.1%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 10 (45.5%) | 12 (54.5%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 10 (4.7%) | 203 (95.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 4 (1.3%) | 317 (98.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 65 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 8 (5.5%) | 137 (94.5%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 766 (85.3%) | 132 (14.7%) |
| Total | 4,648 (73.7%) | 1,659 (26.3%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Pike County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 20 (0.4%) | 20 (1.2%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 195 (4.2%) | 320 (19.3%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,418 (30.5%) | 812 (48.9%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,053 (44.2%) | 357 (21.5%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 962 (20.7%) | 150 (9.0%) |
| Total | 4,648 (100.0%) | 1,659 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Pike County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,432 (30.8%) | 482 (29.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 961 (20.7%) | 154 (9.3%) |
| Electricity | 1,978 (42.6%) | 979 (59.0%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 4 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 263 (5.7%) | 44 (2.6%) |
| No Fuel Used | 10 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,648 (100.0%) | 1,659 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Pike County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 188 (4.0%) | 307 (18.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,082 (23.3%) | 684 (41.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,926 (41.4%) | 396 (23.9%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,452 (31.2%) | 272 (16.4%) |
| Total | 4,648 (100.0%) | 1,659 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Pike County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Pike County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,723 | 1,925 |
| Median Property Value | $95,200 | $148,700 |
| Median Household Income | $50,850 | $277 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $381 | $9 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $797 | $21 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Pike County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 714 (26.2%) | 224 (11.6%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 732 (26.9%) | 409 (21.2%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 990 (36.4%) | 1,061 (55.1%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 171 (6.3%) | 221 (11.5%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 60 (2.2%) | 6 (0.3%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 12 (0.4%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 44 (1.6%) | 3 (0.2%) |
| Total | 2,723 (100.0%) | 1,925 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Pike County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 237 (8.7%) | 13 (0.7%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 429 (15.8%) | 13 (0.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 264 (9.7%) | 72 (3.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 389 (14.3%) | 120 (6.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 461 (16.9%) | 269 (14.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 368 (13.5%) | 315 (16.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 366 (13.4%) | 371 (19.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 209 (7.7%) | 488 (25.4%) |
| Total | 2,723 (100.0%) | 1,925 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Pike County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,381 (50.7%) | 86,782 (4,508.2%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 420 (15.4%) | 1,195 (62.1%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 235 (8.6%) | 322 (16.7%) |
| 4.0x or more | 652 (23.9%) | 188 (9.8%) |
| Total | 2,723 (100.0%) | 1,925 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Pike County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 1,336 (49.1%) | 3 (0.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 843 (31.0%) | 673 (35.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 486 (17.8%) | 739 (38.4%) |
| Total | 2,723 (100.0%) | 1,925 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Pike County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pike County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,328 (95.5%) | 63 (4.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,686 (96.4%) | 100 (3.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,072 (86.6%) | 166 (13.4%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,509 (85.5%) | 257 (14.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,519 (84.2%) | 285 (15.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,364 (79.4%) | 353 (20.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,895 (88.9%) | 236 (11.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,772 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,299 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 14,444 (90.8%) | 1,460 (9.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Pike County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,328 (95.5%) | 63 (4.5%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 2,686 (96.4%) | 100 (3.6%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,072 (86.6%) | 166 (13.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Pike County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 2,213 (86.5%) | 346 (13.5%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,940 (93.4%) | 207 (6.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,312 (87.3%) | 335 (12.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,176 (89.9%) | 244 (10.1%) |
| $100,000 and over | 4,760 (93.8%) | 315 (6.2%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pike County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 565 (40.6%) | 769 (55.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 983 (35.3%) | 1,782 (64.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 203 (16.4%) | 884 (71.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 312 (17.7%) | 1,247 (70.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 260 (14.4%) | 1,261 (69.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 251 (14.6%) | 1,121 (65.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 579 (27.2%) | 1,380 (64.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,713 (96.7%) | 843 (47.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,299 (100.0%) | 691 (53.2%) |
| Total | 6,165 (38.8%) | 9,978 (62.7%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Pike County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 111 (7.0%) | 31 (2.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 289 (16.6%) | 155 (11.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 497 (18.3%) | 464 (15.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 300 (34.6%) | 218 (24.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 225 (42.6%) | 316 (41.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Pike County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 21 (1.3%) | 8 (0.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 34 (1.9%) | 9 (0.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 107 (3.9%) | 58 (2.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 167 (19.3%) | 60 (6.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 111 (21.0%) | 68 (8.8%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 13 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 29 (1.7%) | 11 (0.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 35 (1.3%) | 160 (5.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 23 (2.6%) | 24 (2.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 11 (2.1%) | 68 (8.8%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 107 (6.8%) | 23 (1.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 215 (12.3%) | 121 (8.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 240 (8.8%) | 162 (5.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 52 (6.0%) | 43 (4.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 22 (4.2%) | 141 (18.3%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 23 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 58 (3.3%) | 48 (3.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 265 (9.8%) | 282 (9.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 114 (13.2%) | 152 (16.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 127 (24.0%) | 221 (28.7%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 53 (3.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 12 (0.7%) | 35 (2.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 113 (4.2%) | 172 (5.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 65 (7.5%) | 36 (4.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 24 (4.5%) | 80 (10.4%) |
Technology Access in Pike County
Computing Device Access in Pike County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 3,796 | 60.2% |
| Smartphone | 5,074 | 80.4% |
| Tablet | 2,864 | 45.4% |
| No Computing Device | 778 | 12.3% |
| Total | 6,307 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Pike County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 11 | 0.2% |
| Broadband Home | 3,613 | 57.3% |
| Cellular Data Only | 870 | 13.8% |
| Satellite Internet | 910 | 14.4% |
| No Internet | 1,094 | 17.3% |
| Total | 6,307 | 100.0% |
Pike County Summary
Pike County is located in the northeastern corner of Missouri, and is bordered by Lincoln County to the north, Ralls County to the east, Monroe County to the south, and Montgomery County to the west. The county seat is Bowling Green, and the county was named after explorer Zebulon Pike. The county has a total area of 545 square miles, and a population of 18,316 as of the 2010 census.
Geography
Pike County is located in the Ozark Plateau region of Missouri, and is characterized by rolling hills and valleys. The county is drained by the Cuivre River, which flows through the center of the county. The highest point in the county is located in the northwest corner, at an elevation of 1,039 feet. The county is mostly covered in forest, with some agricultural land in the valleys.
Economy
The economy of Pike County is largely based on agriculture, with corn, soybeans, and wheat being the main crops. Livestock production is also important, with cattle, hogs, and poultry being the main animals raised. Manufacturing is also an important part of the economy, with companies such as Emerson Electric, Tyson Foods, and Nestle Purina having plants in the county. Tourism is also an important part of the economy, with the Cuivre River State Park being a popular destination.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Pike County was 18,316, with a population density of 33.7 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 95.3% White, 2.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $41,945, and the median income for a family was $50,945. The per capita income for the county was $20,845. About 11.2% of the population was below the poverty line.
Education
Pike County is served by the Bowling Green R-I School District, which operates four elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. The county also has two private schools, St. Clement Catholic School and Pike County Christian School. The county is also home to the Hannibal-LaGrange University, a private Christian university.
Conclusion
Pike County is a rural county located in the northeastern corner of Missouri. The county is characterized by rolling hills and valleys, and is largely covered in forest. The economy of the county is based on agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism. The population of the county is 18,316, and is mostly white. The county is served by the Bowling Green R-I School District, as well as two private schools and Hannibal-LaGrange University.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Pike County?
Total Population of Pike County is 17,719.
What is the Total Male Population of Pike County?
Total Male Population of Pike County is 9,656.
What is the Total Female Population of Pike County?
Total Female Population of Pike County is 8,063.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Pike County?
There are 119.76 Males per 100 Females in Pike County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Pike County?
There are 83.50 Females per 100 Males in Pike County.
What is the Median Population Age in Pike County?
Median Population Age in Pike County is 39.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Pike County
Average Family Size in Pike County is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Pike County
Average Household Size in Pike County is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Pike County?
Per Capita income in Pike County is $26,206.
What is the Median Family Income in Pike County?
Median Family Income in Pike County is $75,222.
What is the Median Household income in Pike County?
Median Household Income in Pike County is $53,363.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Pike County?
Income or Wage Gap in Pike County is 29.6%.
Women in Pike County earn 70.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Pike County?
Family Income Deficit in Pike County is $13,053.
Families that are below poverty line in Pike County earn $13,053 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Pike County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Pike County is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Pike County?
There are 7,024 People in the Labor Forcein in Pike County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Pike County?
49.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Pike County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Pike County?
Unemployment Rate in Pike County is 4.8%.