Pike County, MS
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Pike County Overview
40,098
TOTAL POPULATION
18,918
MALE POPULATION
21,180
FEMALE POPULATION
89.32
MALES / 100 FEMALES
111.96
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.6
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$23,013
PER CAPITA INCOME
$48,547
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$40,131
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
39.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
61.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,506
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.54
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
16,041
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
51.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
7.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Pike County
The most populous races in Pike County are Black / African American (21,717 | 54.2%), White / Caucasian (17,120 | 42.7%), and Two or more Races (647 | 1.6%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 219 | 0.5% |
| Black / African American | 21,717 | 54.2% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 642 | 1.6% |
| Native / Alaskan | 160 | 0.4% |
| White / Caucasian | 17,120 | 42.7% |
| Two or more Races | 647 | 1.6% |
| Some other Race | 235 | 0.6% |
| Total | 40,098 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Pike County
The most populous ancestries reported in Pike County are English (2,567 | 6.4%), Irish (2,553 | 6.4%), American (2,444 | 6.1%), German (1,544 | 3.8%), and Italian (699 | 1.7%), together accounting for 24.5% of all Pike County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 247 | 0.6% |
| American | 2,444 | 6.1% |
| Arab | 119 | 0.3% |
| Argentinean | 2 | 0.0% |
| Belgian | 10 | 0.0% |
| British | 149 | 0.4% |
| Burmese | 8 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 137 | 0.3% |
| Cherokee | 9 | 0.0% |
| Choctaw | 56 | 0.1% |
| Colombian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Creek | 3 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 27 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 18 | 0.0% |
| Danish | 25 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 84 | 0.2% |
| Dutch West Indian | 24 | 0.1% |
| English | 2,567 | 6.4% |
| European | 441 | 1.1% |
| French | 547 | 1.4% |
| French Canadian | 44 | 0.1% |
| German | 1,544 | 3.8% |
| Greek | 26 | 0.1% |
| Guatemalan | 2 | 0.0% |
| Honduran | 116 | 0.3% |
| Houma | 26 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 78 | 0.2% |
| Indian (Asian) | 42 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 2,553 | 6.4% |
| Italian | 699 | 1.7% |
| Korean | 69 | 0.2% |
| Lebanese | 27 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 321 | 0.8% |
| Mexican American Indian | 38 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 69 | 0.2% |
| Panamanian | 19 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 85 | 0.2% |
| Portuguese | 24 | 0.1% |
| Puerto Rican | 46 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Scotch-Irish | 316 | 0.8% |
| Scottish | 408 | 1.0% |
| South American | 10 | 0.0% |
| Spaniard | 101 | 0.3% |
| Sri Lankan | 134 | 0.3% |
| Subsaharan African | 247 | 0.6% |
| Swedish | 12 | 0.0% |
| Thai | 52 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 83 | 0.2% | View All 49 Rows |
Immigrants in Pike County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Pike County came from Asia (184 | 0.5%), South Eastern Asia (127 | 0.3%), Vietnam (107 | 0.3%), Latin America (62 | 0.2%), and Central America (54 | 0.1%), together accounting for 1.3% of all Pike County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Argentina | 2 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 184 | 0.5% |
| Belize | 11 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 54 | 0.1% |
| China | 36 | 0.1% |
| Colombia | 6 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 36 | 0.1% |
| England | 7 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 45 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 38 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 2 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 62 | 0.2% |
| Mexico | 22 | 0.1% |
| Nicaragua | 19 | 0.1% |
| Northern Europe | 7 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 20 | 0.1% |
| South America | 8 | 0.0% |
| South Eastern Asia | 127 | 0.3% |
| Vietnam | 107 | 0.3% |
| Western Asia | 14 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 38 | 0.1% |
| Yemen | 14 | 0.0% | View All 22 Rows |
Sex and Age in Pike County
Sex and Age in Pike County
The most populous age groups in Pike County are 15 to 19 Years (1,556 | 8.2%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (1,553 | 7.3%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,367 (7.2%) | 1,254 (5.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 1,375 (7.3%) | 1,540 (7.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 1,516 (8.0%) | 1,373 (6.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,556 (8.2%) | 1,553 (7.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,312 (6.9%) | 1,358 (6.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,252 (6.6%) | 1,295 (6.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,078 (5.7%) | 1,202 (5.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 986 (5.2%) | 1,200 (5.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 1,125 (5.9%) | 1,220 (5.8%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 1,051 (5.6%) | 1,245 (5.9%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 1,074 (5.7%) | 1,202 (5.7%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,181 (6.2%) | 1,277 (6.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,129 (6.0%) | 1,480 (7.0%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 848 (4.5%) | 1,053 (5.0%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 1,017 (5.4%) | 1,283 (6.1%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 545 (2.9%) | 924 (4.4%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 313 (1.7%) | 215 (1.0%) |
| 85 Years and over | 193 (1.0%) | 506 (2.4%) |
| Total | 18,918 (100.0%) | 21,180 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Pike County
Median Family Size in Pike County
The median family size in Pike County is 3.58 persons per family, with single female/mother families (2,905 | 32.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.79 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (5,297 | 59.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.45 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 5,297 (59.7%) | 3.45 |
| Single Male/Father | 674 (7.6%) | 3.66 |
| Single Female/Mother | 2,905 (32.7%) | 3.79 |
| Total Families | 8,876 (100.0%) | 3.58 |
Median Household Size in Pike County
The median household size in Pike County is 2.64 persons per household, with single male/father households (674 | 4.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.96 persons per household. non-family households (5,869 | 39.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.08 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 5,297 (35.9%) | 3.48 |
| Single Male/Father | 674 (4.6%) | 3.96 |
| Single Female/Mother | 2,905 (19.7%) | 3.93 |
| Non-family | 5,869 (39.8%) | 1.08 |
| Total Households | 14,745 (100.0%) | 2.64 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Pike County
Out of a total of 14,745 households in Pike County, 8,876 (60.2%) are family households, while 5,869 (39.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 4,632, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 5,512.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 5,512 (37.4%) |
| 2-Person Households | 4,632 (31.4%) | 317 (2.1%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,898 (12.9%) | 37 (0.3%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,206 (8.2%) | 3 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 805 (5.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 143 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 192 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8,876 (60.2%) | 5,869 (39.8%) |
Female Fertility in Pike County
Fertility by Age in Pike County
Average fertility rate in Pike County is 82.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 171.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 85.7% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 29 (3.8%) | 19.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 660 (85.7%) | 171.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 81 (10.5%) | 20.0 |
| Total | 770 (100.0%) | 82.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Pike County
10.6% of women with births (770) in Pike County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 46.9% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 29 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 39 (5.9%) | 621 (94.1%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 43 (53.1%) | 38 (46.9%) |
| Total | 82 (10.6%) | 688 (89.3%) |
Fertility by Education in Pike County
Average fertility rate in Pike County is 82.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 197.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 51.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 36.9% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 104 (13.5%) | 51.0 |
| High School Diploma | 226 (29.3%) | 87.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 284 (36.9%) | 81.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 38 (4.9%) | 54.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 118 (15.3%) | 197.0 |
| Total | 770 (100.0%) | 82.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Pike County
89.3% of women with births in Pike County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 24.6% 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%) | 104 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 10 (4.4%) | 216 (95.6%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 43 (15.1%) | 241 (84.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 38 (100.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 29 (24.6%) | 89 (75.4%) |
| Total | 82 (10.6%) | 688 (89.3%) |
Income in Pike County
Income Overview in Pike County
Per Capita Income in Pike County is $23,013, while median incomes of families and households are $48,547 and $40,131 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 40,098 | $23,013 |
| Median Family Income | 8,876 | $48,547 |
| Mean Family Income | 8,876 | $67,990 |
| Median Household Income | 14,745 | $40,131 |
| Mean Household Income | 14,745 | $59,232 |
| Income Deficit | 8,876 | $11,506 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 40,098 | 38.99% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 40,098 | 61.01¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 40,098 | 0.54 |
Earnings by Sex in Pike County
Average Earnings in Pike County are $27,920, $35,655 for men and $21,752 for women, a difference of 39.0%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 7,887 (47.5%) | $35,655 |
| Female | 8,703 (52.5%) | $21,752 |
| Total | 16,590 (100.0%) | $27,920 |
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 (749 | 9.5%) and $35,000 to $39,999 for women (810 | 9.3%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 371 (4.7%) | 776 (8.9%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 505 (6.4%) | 479 (5.5%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 284 (3.6%) | 586 (6.7%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 264 (3.4%) | 218 (2.5%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 502 (6.4%) | 343 (3.9%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 134 (1.7%) | 522 (6.0%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 193 (2.5%) | 619 (7.1%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 158 (2.0%) | 381 (4.4%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 198 (2.5%) | 610 (7.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 281 (3.6%) | 249 (2.9%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 601 (7.6%) | 585 (6.7%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 388 (4.9%) | 574 (6.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 388 (4.9%) | 810 (9.3%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 410 (5.2%) | 513 (5.9%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 371 (4.7%) | 218 (2.5%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 507 (6.4%) | 191 (2.2%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 465 (5.9%) | 353 (4.1%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 526 (6.7%) | 279 (3.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 749 (9.5%) | 194 (2.2%) |
| $100,000+ | 592 (7.5%) | 203 (2.3%) |
| Total | 7,887 (100.0%) | 8,703 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Pike County
Average earnings in Pike County are $41,609 for men and $27,569 for women, a difference of 33.7%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $101,500, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $29,142. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $44,436, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $11,563.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $29,142 | $11,563 |
| High School Diploma | $38,962 | $21,451 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $49,365 | $23,676 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $52,500 | $44,436 |
| Graduate Degree | $101,500 | $41,848 |
| Total | $41,609 | $27,569 |
Family Income in Pike County
Family Income Brackets in Pike County
According to the Pike County family income data, there are 1,713 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.3% of all families. Conversely, the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 391 families (4.4%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 879 | 9.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 648 | 7.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 950 | 10.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 675 | 7.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,420 | 16.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,713 | 19.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,065 | 12.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 737 | 8.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 391 | 4.4% |
| $200,000+ | 391 | 4.4% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Pike County
6-person families (119 | 1.3%) account for the highest median family income in Pike County with $90,781 per family, while 2-person families (4,839 | 54.5%) have the highest median income of $21,151 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 4,839 (54.5%) | $42,302 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,937 (21.8%) | $56,003 |
| 4-Person Families | 1,202 (13.5%) | $60,811 |
| 5-Person Families | 587 (6.6%) | $49,293 |
| 6-Person Families | 119 (1.3%) | $90,781 |
| 7+ Person Families | 192 (2.2%) | $0 |
| Total | 8,876 (100.0%) | $48,547 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Pike County
The median family income in Pike County is $48,547, with families comprising 3+ earners (776) having the highest median family income of $93,971, while families with no earners (2,173) have the lowest median family income of $16,583, accounting for 8.7% and 24.5% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 2,173 (24.5%) | $16,583 |
| 1 Earner | 3,526 (39.7%) | $38,262 |
| 2 Earners | 2,401 (27.1%) | $71,385 |
| 3+ Earners | 776 (8.7%) | $93,971 |
| Total | 8,876 (100.0%) | $48,547 |
Household Income in Pike County
Household Income Brackets in Pike County
With 2,595 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Pike County, accounting for 17.6% of all households. In contrast, only 398 households (2.7%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 2,035 | 13.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1,342 | 9.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,755 | 11.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,430 | 9.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 2,595 | 17.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,344 | 15.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,445 | 9.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 929 | 6.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 398 | 2.7% |
| $200,000+ | 487 | 3.3% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Pike County
The median household income in Pike County is $40,131, with the highest median household income of $50,460 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 5,523 households (37.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $32,962, with 4,688 households (31.8%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 328 (2.2%) | $45,111 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 4,206 (28.5%) | $37,723 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 5,523 (37.5%) | $50,460 |
| 65+ Years | 4,688 (31.8%) | $32,962 |
| Total | 14,745 (100.0%) | $40,131 |
Poverty in Pike County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Pike County
With 29.0% poverty level for males and 32.1% for females among the residents of Pike County, 5 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 97 males (61.4%) and 536 females (58.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 629 (50.5%) | 447 (37.1%) |
| 5 Years | 97 (61.4%) | 123 (48.8%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 939 (53.4%) | 769 (44.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 258 (27.4%) | 536 (58.1%) |
| 15 Years | 144 (59.3%) | 136 (29.4%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 196 (29.0%) | 146 (31.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 523 (32.3%) | 336 (18.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 546 (24.3%) | 805 (32.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 529 (25.6%) | 788 (32.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 406 (19.7%) | 616 (25.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 412 (18.0%) | 801 (30.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 384 (21.0%) | 631 (27.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 160 (18.4%) | 518 (32.7%) |
| Total | 5,223 (29.0%) | 6,652 (32.1%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Pike County
According to the poverty statistics in Pike County, males aged 55 to 64 years and females aged 18 to 24 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 82.0% of males and 81.5% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 616 (49.5%) | 758 (62.9%) |
| 5 Years | 61 (38.6%) | 129 (51.2%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 818 (46.6%) | 970 (55.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 684 (72.6%) | 386 (41.9%) |
| 15 Years | 99 (40.7%) | 326 (70.6%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 479 (71.0%) | 317 (68.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 1,094 (67.7%) | 1,478 (81.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,704 (75.7%) | 1,692 (67.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,541 (74.4%) | 1,632 (67.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,651 (80.3%) | 1,817 (74.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,876 (82.0%) | 1,825 (69.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,441 (79.0%) | 1,664 (72.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 711 (81.6%) | 1,065 (67.3%) |
| Total | 12,775 (71.0%) | 14,059 (67.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Pike County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Pike County show that 14.8% or 786 of the total 5,297 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 29 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 12.1%, which includes 184 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,970 (85.6%) | 499 (14.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,341 (87.9%) | 184 (12.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 200 (73.0%) | 74 (27.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 29 (100.0%) |
| Total | 4,511 (85.2%) | 786 (14.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Pike County
According to the poverty data in Pike County, 31.8% or 214 single-father households and 49.0% or 1,424 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 50 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 90 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 81 (20.7%) | 428 (42.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 47 (23.9%) | 737 (46.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 50 (100.0%) | 169 (81.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 36 (100.0%) | 90 (100.0%) |
| Total | 214 (31.8%) | 1,424 (49.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Pike County
The poverty data for Pike County shows that 786 of the married-couple family households (14.8%) and 1,638 of the single-parent households (45.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 29 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 126 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 499 (14.4%) | 509 (36.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 184 (12.1%) | 784 (43.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 74 (27.0%) | 219 (84.9%) |
| 5 or more Children | 29 (100.0%) | 126 (100.0%) |
| Total | 786 (14.8%) | 1,638 (45.8%) |
Employment Characteristics in Pike County
Employment by Class of Employer in Pike County
Among the 14,632 employed individuals in Pike County, private company employees (10,339 | 70.7%), state government employees (1,057 | 7.2%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (953 | 6.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 10,339 | 70.7% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 418 | 2.9% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 953 | 6.5% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 792 | 5.4% |
| Local Government Employees | 657 | 4.5% |
| State Government Employees | 1,057 | 7.2% |
| Federal Government Employees | 416 | 2.8% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 14,632 | 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 (30,968), 51.8% or 16,041 individuals are in the labor force, with 7.2% or 1,155 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 74.0% or 1,885 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 16.8% or 156 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 930 (38.7%) | 156 (16.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,714 (64.2%) | 127 (7.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,885 (74.0%) | 305 (16.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,416 (62.1%) | 44 (3.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,253 (71.8%) | 299 (9.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,050 (66.7%) | 101 (3.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,556 (63.3%) | 2 (0.1%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,244 (47.7%) | 53 (4.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 899 (21.4%) | 70 (7.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 89 (3.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 16,041 (51.8%) | 1,155 (7.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Pike County
According to labor force statistics for Pike County, 65.3% of individuals (12,405) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (18,997) are in the labor force, with 6.5% or 806 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 82.6% or 2,584 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 26.1% or 313 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 1,201 (40.0%) | 784 (26.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 4,188 (63.4%) | 284 (4.3%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 4,438 (70.9%) | 432 (6.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,584 (82.6%) | 6 (0.2%) |
| Total | 12,405 (65.3%) | 1,235 (6.5%) |
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 Community & Social Service (1,621 | 10.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (1,447 | 9.7%), Health Technologists (1,019 | 6.9%), Education Instruction & Library (959 | 6.4%), and Management (843 | 5.7%).
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 Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Management (55.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (94.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (84.6%), and Community & Social Service (78.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 471 (55.9%) | 372 (44.1%) |
| Business & Financial | 75 (35.2%) | 138 (64.8%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 104 (44.6%) | 129 (55.4%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 56 (30.3%) | 129 (69.7%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 23 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 25 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 347 (21.4%) | 1,274 (78.6%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 22 (5.2%) | 397 (94.8%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 50 (49.0%) | 52 (51.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 220 (22.9%) | 739 (77.1%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 55 (39.0%) | 86 (61.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 223 (15.4%) | 1,224 (84.6%) |
| Health Technologists | 223 (21.9%) | 796 (78.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,220 (28.0%) | 3,137 (72.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,999 (47.0%) | 7,884 (53.0%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Pike County are Food Preparation & Serving (1,032 | 6.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (749 | 5.0%), Healthcare Support (460 | 3.1%), Security & Protection (214 | 1.4%), and Personal Care & Service (213 | 1.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Pike County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (80.5%), Security & Protection (75.2%), and Firefighting & Prevention (61.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (97.0%), Personal Care & Service (88.3%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (59.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 14 (3.0%) | 446 (97.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 161 (75.2%) | 53 (24.8%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 37 (61.7%) | 23 (38.3%) |
| Law Enforcement | 124 (80.5%) | 30 (19.5%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 432 (41.9%) | 600 (58.1%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 301 (40.2%) | 448 (59.8%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 25 (11.7%) | 188 (88.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 933 (35.0%) | 1,735 (65.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,999 (47.0%) | 7,884 (53.0%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Pike County are Sales & Related (1,553 | 10.4%), and Office & Administration (1,016 | 6.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 394 (25.4%) | 1,159 (74.6%) |
| Office & Administration | 281 (27.7%) | 735 (72.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 675 (26.3%) | 1,894 (73.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,999 (47.0%) | 7,884 (53.0%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Pike County are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (576 | 3.9%), Construction & Extraction (520 | 3.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (151 | 1.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 85 (56.3%) | 66 (43.7%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 493 (94.8%) | 27 (5.2%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 495 (85.9%) | 81 (14.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,073 (86.1%) | 174 (14.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,999 (47.0%) | 7,884 (53.0%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Pike County are Production (1,891 | 12.7%), Transportation (1,152 | 7.7%), and Material Moving (999 | 6.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 1,279 (67.6%) | 612 (32.4%) |
| Transportation | 1,069 (92.8%) | 83 (7.2%) |
| Material Moving | 750 (75.1%) | 249 (24.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 3,098 (76.6%) | 944 (23.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,999 (47.0%) | 7,884 (53.0%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Pike County
Employment Industries in Pike County
The major employment industries in Pike County include Health Care & Social Assistance (2,909 | 19.6%), Manufacturing (2,388 | 16.1%), Retail Trade (1,957 | 13.2%), Accommodation & Food Services (1,361 | 9.1%), and Transportation & Warehousing (1,138 | 7.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Pike County
The Pike County industries that see more men than women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (98.5%), and Construction (95.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (89.5%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (88.1%), and Educational Services (76.6%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 362 (87.2%) | 53 (12.8%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 191 (98.5%) | 3 (1.5%) |
| Construction | 526 (95.0%) | 28 (5.1%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,777 (74.4%) | 611 (25.6%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 119 (68.8%) | 54 (31.2%) |
| Retail Trade | 630 (32.2%) | 1,327 (67.8%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 936 (82.3%) | 202 (17.7%) |
| Utilities | 58 (60.4%) | 38 (39.6%) |
| Information | 100 (47.4%) | 111 (52.6%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 106 (38.7%) | 168 (61.3%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 5 (11.9%) | 37 (88.1%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 74 (31.6%) | 160 (68.4%) |
| Enterprise Management | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 230 (53.1%) | 203 (46.9%) |
| Educational Services | 263 (23.4%) | 862 (76.6%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 306 (10.5%) | 2,603 (89.5%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 72 (42.3%) | 98 (57.7%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 702 (51.6%) | 659 (48.4%) |
| Public Administration | 344 (48.8%) | 361 (51.2%) |
| Total | 6,999 (47.0%) | 7,884 (53.0%) |
Education in Pike County
School Enrollment in Pike County
The most common levels of schooling among the 10,340 students in Pike County are high school (2,643 | 25.6%), elementary school (2,525 | 24.4%), and middle school (2,054 | 19.9%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 487 | 4.7% |
| Kindergarten | 459 | 4.4% |
| Elementary School | 2,525 | 24.4% |
| Middle School | 2,054 | 19.9% |
| High School | 2,643 | 25.6% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,922 | 18.6% |
| Graduate / Professional | 250 | 2.4% |
| Total | 10,340 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Pike County
Out of a total of 10,340 students who are enrolled in schools in Pike County, 1,520 (14.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 8,820 (85.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 141 (38.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 455 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 224 (61.4%) | 141 (38.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 2,227 (83.8%) | 431 (16.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 2,555 (89.5%) | 300 (10.5%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,542 (88.2%) | 207 (11.8%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 733 (72.3%) | 281 (27.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 762 (92.0%) | 66 (8.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 455 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 321 (77.2%) | 95 (22.8%) |
| Total | 8,820 (85.3%) | 1,520 (14.7%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Pike County
Education (1,045 | 23.3%), business (804 | 17.9%), science & technology (531 | 11.8%), bio, nature & agricultural (448 | 10.0%), and arts & humanities (413 | 9.2%) are the most common fields of study among 4,489 individuals in Pike County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 217 | 4.8% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 448 | 10.0% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 70 | 1.6% |
| Psychology | 237 | 5.3% |
| Social Sciences | 111 | 2.5% |
| Engineering | 73 | 1.6% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 9 | 0.2% |
| Science & Technology | 531 | 11.8% |
| Business | 804 | 17.9% |
| Education | 1,045 | 23.3% |
| Literature & Languages | 137 | 3.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 159 | 3.5% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 122 | 2.7% |
| Communications | 113 | 2.5% |
| Arts & Humanities | 413 | 9.2% |
| Total | 4,489 | 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 (2,645, accounting for 38.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (2,489, making up 34.7%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 262 (3.8%) | 190 (2.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,256 (18.2%) | 2,222 (29.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,645 (38.4%) | 2,489 (32.7%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,636 (23.8%) | 1,429 (18.8%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 635 (9.2%) | 870 (11.4%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 448 (6.5%) | 419 (5.5%) |
| Total | 6,882 (100.0%) | 7,619 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Pike County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Pike County are 10 to 14 minutes (3,107 commuters, 21.8%), 5 to 9 minutes (2,345 commuters, 16.5%), and 15 to 19 minutes (1,775 commuters, 12.5%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 1,051 | 7.4% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 2,345 | 16.5% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 3,107 | 21.8% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,775 | 12.5% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,406 | 9.9% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 638 | 4.5% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,364 | 9.6% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 230 | 1.6% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 159 | 1.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 650 | 4.6% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 633 | 4.4% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 861 | 6.1% |
Commute Time by Sex in Pike County
The most common commute times in Pike County are 10 to 14 minutes (1,114 commuters, 16.3%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (1,993 commuters, 27.0%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 509 (7.4%) | 542 (7.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 911 (13.3%) | 1,434 (19.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,114 (16.3%) | 1,993 (27.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 888 (13.0%) | 887 (12.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 911 (13.3%) | 495 (6.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 329 (4.8%) | 309 (4.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 641 (9.4%) | 723 (9.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 166 (2.4%) | 64 (0.9%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 79 (1.1%) | 80 (1.1%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 288 (4.2%) | 362 (4.9%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 334 (4.9%) | 299 (4.1%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 671 (9.8%) | 190 (2.6%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Pike County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Pike County are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (1,185, 17.3%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,081, 14.6%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 1,185 (17.3%) | 527 (7.1%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 491 (7.2%) | 526 (7.1%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 395 (5.8%) | 110 (1.5%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 527 (7.7%) | 466 (6.3%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 837 (12.2%) | 902 (12.2%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 934 (13.7%) | 1,081 (14.6%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 425 (6.2%) | 712 (9.7%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 431 (6.3%) | 719 (9.8%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 55 (0.8%) | 109 (1.5%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 301 (4.4%) | 482 (6.5%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 60 (0.9%) | 252 (3.4%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 6 (0.1%) | 60 (0.8%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 881 (12.9%) | 494 (6.7%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 313 (4.6%) | 938 (12.7%) |
| Total | 6,841 (100.0%) | 7,378 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Pike County
Occupancy by Ownership in Pike County
Of the total 14,745 dwellings in Pike County, owner-occupied units account for 9,597 (65.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 5,148 (34.9%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 9,597 | 65.1% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 5,148 | 34.9% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 14,745 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Pike County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 5,512 | 37.4% |
| 2-Person Household | 4,949 | 33.6% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,935 | 13.1% |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,349 | 15.9% |
| Total Housing Units | 14,745 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Pike County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 3,063 (55.6%) | 2,449 (44.4%) |
| 2-Person Household | 3,647 (73.7%) | 1,302 (26.3%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,468 (75.9%) | 467 (24.1%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,419 (60.4%) | 930 (39.6%) |
| Total Housing Units | 9,597 (65.1%) | 5,148 (34.9%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Pike County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 1,277 (57.4%) | 948 (42.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,886 (58.8%) | 2,025 (41.2%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 3,390 (66.9%) | 1,674 (33.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,044 (80.3%) | 501 (19.7%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Pike County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 2,308 | 15.7% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,226 | 15.1% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,456 | 16.7% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,067 | 20.8% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,867 | 19.4% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 1,353 | 9.2% |
| 85 Years and Over | 468 | 3.2% |
| Total | 14,745 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Pike County
Median Income by Occupancy in Pike County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 9,597 (65.1%) | $47,031 |
| Renter-Occupied | 5,148 (34.9%) | $27,392 |
| Average | 14,745 (100.0%) | $40,131 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Pike County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 561 (5.9%) | 703 (13.7%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 506 (5.3%) | 266 (5.2%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 763 (8.0%) | 581 (11.3%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 587 (6.1%) | 499 (9.7%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 361 (3.8%) | 303 (5.9%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 694 (7.2%) | 731 (14.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,648 (17.2%) | 946 (18.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,627 (17.0%) | 713 (13.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,215 (12.7%) | 226 (4.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 751 (7.8%) | 180 (3.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 884 (9.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 9,597 (100.0%) | 5,148 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Pike County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 1,605 (16.7%) | 388 (7.5%) |
| $300 to $499 | 2,398 (25.0%) | 386 (7.5%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,796 (18.7%) | 1,231 (23.9%) |
| $800 to $999 | 849 (8.8%) | 1,160 (22.5%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,548 (16.1%) | 1,283 (24.9%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 683 (7.1%) | 23 (0.4%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 442 (4.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 101 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 175 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 9,597 (100.0%) | 5,148 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Pike County
Housing Structures in Pike County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 9,213 | 62.5% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 261 | 1.8% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 262 | 1.8% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 666 | 4.5% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 403 | 2.7% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 840 | 5.7% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 3,100 | 21.0% |
| Total | 14,745 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Pike County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 7,415 (80.5%) | 1,798 (19.5%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 31 (11.9%) | 230 (88.1%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 262 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 13 (1.9%) | 653 (98.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 13 (3.2%) | 390 (96.8%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 840 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 2,125 (68.5%) | 975 (31.5%) |
| Total | 9,597 (65.1%) | 5,148 (34.9%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Pike County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 9 (0.1%) | 115 (2.2%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 207 (2.2%) | 699 (13.6%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 3,067 (32.0%) | 2,630 (51.1%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 3,375 (35.2%) | 1,444 (28.1%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 2,939 (30.6%) | 260 (5.1%) |
| Total | 9,597 (100.0%) | 5,148 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Pike County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,750 (18.2%) | 1,160 (22.5%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 911 (9.5%) | 102 (2.0%) |
| Electricity | 6,800 (70.9%) | 3,807 (74.0%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 4 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 125 (1.3%) | 30 (0.6%) |
| No Fuel Used | 7 (0.1%) | 49 (0.9%) |
| Total | 9,597 (100.0%) | 5,148 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Pike County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 240 (2.5%) | 758 (14.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 3,085 (32.2%) | 2,691 (52.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 3,337 (34.8%) | 1,252 (24.3%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,935 (30.6%) | 447 (8.7%) |
| Total | 9,597 (100.0%) | 5,148 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Pike County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Pike County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 5,550 | 4,047 |
| Median Property Value | $97,400 | $151,500 |
| Median Household Income | $39,656 | $528 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $379 | $163 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $774 | $717 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Pike County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 1,627 (29.3%) | 365 (9.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 1,202 (21.7%) | 964 (23.8%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 2,276 (41.0%) | 2,099 (51.9%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 277 (5.0%) | 456 (11.3%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 39 (0.7%) | 124 (3.1%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 39 (1.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 129 (2.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,550 (100.0%) | 4,047 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Pike County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 724 (13.1%) | 75 (1.8%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 1,297 (23.4%) | 343 (8.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 372 (6.7%) | 414 (10.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,206 (21.7%) | 322 (8.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 835 (15.0%) | 442 (10.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 510 (9.2%) | 792 (19.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 250 (4.5%) | 705 (17.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 356 (6.4%) | 501 (12.4%) |
| Total | 5,550 (100.0%) | 4,047 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Pike County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 2,447 (44.1%) | 64,977 (1,605.6%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 837 (15.1%) | 1,886 (46.6%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 631 (11.4%) | 746 (18.4%) |
| 4.0x or more | 1,439 (25.9%) | 423 (10.4%) |
| Total | 5,550 (100.0%) | 4,047 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Pike County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 1,939 (34.9%) | 165 (4.1%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 901 (16.2%) | 1,036 (25.6%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 877 (15.8%) | 917 (22.7%) |
| Total | 5,550 (100.0%) | 4,047 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Pike County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pike County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 2,932 (96.7%) | 99 (3.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 7,417 (92.3%) | 615 (7.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 2,823 (70.9%) | 1,160 (29.1%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 2,997 (77.1%) | 889 (22.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,337 (74.3%) | 1,153 (25.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 4,016 (89.4%) | 474 (10.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 4,345 (88.4%) | 569 (11.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4,084 (99.1%) | 36 (0.9%) |
| 75 Years and older | 2,454 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 34,405 (87.3%) | 4,995 (12.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Pike County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 2,932 (96.7%) | 99 (3.3%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 7,417 (92.3%) | 615 (7.7%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 2,823 (70.9%) | 1,160 (29.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Pike County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 9,353 (83.3%) | 1,877 (16.7%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 9,003 (86.9%) | 1,362 (13.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 5,687 (87.0%) | 847 (13.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,626 (86.3%) | 575 (13.7%) |
| $100,000 and over | 6,274 (95.9%) | 268 (4.1%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pike County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 2,104 (69.4%) | 962 (31.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 4,924 (61.3%) | 2,781 (34.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 618 (15.5%) | 2,212 (55.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 989 (25.5%) | 2,143 (55.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,142 (25.4%) | 2,392 (53.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 946 (21.1%) | 3,300 (73.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,377 (28.0%) | 3,294 (67.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,998 (97.0%) | 2,078 (50.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2,439 (99.4%) | 1,378 (56.1%) |
| Total | 18,537 (47.0%) | 20,540 (52.1%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Pike County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (0.7%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 164 (4.3%) | 236 (6.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 811 (19.4%) | 432 (9.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,408 (22.0%) | 1,538 (20.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 633 (34.7%) | 843 (36.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 567 (65.1%) | 824 (52.0%) |
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 | 17 (0.4%) | 80 (2.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 311 (7.4%) | 30 (0.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 385 (6.0%) | 283 (3.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 307 (16.8%) | 291 (12.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 327 (37.5%) | 360 (22.7%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (0.7%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (0.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 260 (6.2%) | 98 (2.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 66 (1.0%) | 252 (3.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 76 (4.2%) | 137 (6.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 56 (6.4%) | 192 (12.1%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 129 (3.4%) | 152 (4.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 652 (15.6%) | 361 (8.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 560 (8.7%) | 735 (9.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 233 (12.8%) | 162 (7.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 38 (4.4%) | 358 (22.6%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 9 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 38 (0.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 626 (9.8%) | 950 (12.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 323 (17.7%) | 508 (22.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 392 (45.0%) | 712 (45.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 44 (1.2%) | 16 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 84 (2.0%) | 12 (0.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 167 (2.6%) | 355 (4.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 54 (3.0%) | 177 (7.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 91 (10.4%) | 309 (19.5%) |
Technology Access in Pike County
Computing Device Access in Pike County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 8,728 | 59.2% |
| Smartphone | 12,353 | 83.8% |
| Tablet | 7,735 | 52.5% |
| No Computing Device | 1,588 | 10.8% |
| Total | 14,745 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Pike County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 96 | 0.6% |
| Broadband Home | 7,695 | 52.2% |
| Cellular Data Only | 2,377 | 16.1% |
| Satellite Internet | 2,317 | 15.7% |
| No Internet | 3,305 | 22.4% |
| Total | 14,745 | 100.0% |
Pike County Summary
Pike County, Mississippi is located in the southeastern corner of the state, and is bordered by the Pearl River to the east, the Bogue Chitto River to the south, and the Leaf River to the west. The county seat is Magnolia, and the county is part of the Hattiesburg, MS Metropolitan Statistical Area. As of the 2010 census, the population of Pike County was 40,404, making it the fourth most populous county in Mississippi.
History
Pike County was established in 1815, and was named after Zebulon Pike, an explorer and army officer who explored the area in the early 19th century. The county was originally part of Marion County, and was later divided into two separate counties, Pike and Amite. The county was largely rural until the late 19th century, when the lumber industry began to boom in the area. The lumber industry brought an influx of people to the county, and the population began to grow rapidly.
In the early 20th century, the county was home to a thriving agricultural industry, with cotton, corn, and soybeans being the main crops. The county also had a thriving timber industry, and the lumber industry continued to be a major source of employment for many residents.
Geography
Pike County is located in the southeastern corner of Mississippi, and is bordered by the Pearl River to the east, the Bogue Chitto River to the south, and the Leaf River to the west. The county is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part of the county. The county is mostly covered in pine forests, and is home to several state parks and wildlife management areas.
The county is divided into five townships: Magnolia, Osyka, Summit, McComb, and Tylertown. The county seat is Magnolia, and the largest city is McComb.
Economy
Pike County has a diverse economy, with a mix of agriculture, manufacturing, and services. The county is home to several large manufacturing companies, including a paper mill, a furniture factory, and a plastics plant. The county is also home to several large agricultural operations, including cotton, corn, and soybean farms.
The county is also home to several large retail stores, including Walmart, Lowe's, and Home Depot. The county is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, shops, and other services.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Pike County was 40,404, making it the fourth most populous county in Mississippi. The population is spread out, with the largest city, McComb, having a population of 13,644. The racial makeup of the county is 73.3% White, 24.2% African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.0% from two or more races.
The median household income in the county is $37,845, and the median family income is $45,945. The per capita income in the county is $19,845. The poverty rate in the county is 22.3%, and the unemployment rate is 8.2%.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Pike County?
Total Population of Pike County is 40,098.
What is the Total Male Population of Pike County?
Total Male Population of Pike County is 18,918.
What is the Total Female Population of Pike County?
Total Female Population of Pike County is 21,180.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Pike County?
There are 89.32 Males per 100 Females in Pike County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Pike County?
There are 111.96 Females per 100 Males in Pike County.
What is the Median Population Age in Pike County?
Median Population Age in Pike County is 37.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Pike County
Average Family Size in Pike County is 3.6 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Pike County
Average Household Size in Pike County is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Pike County?
Per Capita income in Pike County is $23,013.
What is the Median Family Income in Pike County?
Median Family Income in Pike County is $48,547.
What is the Median Household income in Pike County?
Median Household Income in Pike County is $40,131.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Pike County?
Income or Wage Gap in Pike County is 39.0%.
Women in Pike County earn 61.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Pike County?
Family Income Deficit in Pike County is $11,506.
Families that are below poverty line in Pike County earn $11,506 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 0.54.
How Large is the Labor Force in Pike County?
There are 16,041 People in the Labor Forcein in Pike County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Pike County?
51.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Pike County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Pike County?
Unemployment Rate in Pike County is 7.2%.