Pike County, KY Local Data & Statistics

State: KY
Total population: 56,727 Household income: $44,312 Rent: $858

Overview

Total population
56,727
Rent
$858
Year built
1985
Household income
$44,312
Per capita income
$27,048
Poverty rate
24.4%
Unemployment rate
6.5%
Household size
2.3 persons
Rent over 30% of income
32.9%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State
Kentucky
Total population
56,727
Adults over 25
40,716
Total households
24,284
Household size
2.3 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Income & Poverty

Household income
$44,312
Per capita income
$27,048
Poverty rate
24.4%
Unemployment rate
6.5%
Rent over 30% of income
32.9%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Housing

Rent
$858
Year built
1985
Households that rent
24.7%
Households that own
75.3%
Rooms per home (all homes)
5.8

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Race

White
94.1%
Black
0.6%
Asian
0.6%
Two or more races
4.2%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino
1.3%
Not Hispanic or Latino
98.7%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Commute

Commute rate
94.2%
Commute time to work
25 mins
Work from home
5.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Education

Less than high school
30.2%
High school graduate or GED
37.6%
Some college or associate degree
14.5%
Bachelor’s degree or higher
17.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

 

Comparison of Pike County, KY with: Kentucky United States

Pike County, KY

Total population56,727
Rent$858
Year built1985
Household income$44,312
Per capita income$27,048
Poverty rate24.4%
Unemployment rate6.5%

Kentucky State

Total population4,534,824
Rent$967
Year built1982
Household income$63,726
Per capita income$35,821
Poverty rate16.1%
Unemployment rate5.1%

United States

Total population334,922,499
Rent$1,413
Year built1980
Household income$80,734
Per capita income$44,673
Poverty rate12.5%
Unemployment rate4%
Metric CountyPike County, KYStateKentuckyCountryUnited States
Total population56,7274,534,824334,922,499
Rent$858$967$1,413
Year built198519821980
Household income$44,312$63,726$80,734
Per capita income$27,048$35,821$44,673
Poverty rate24.4%16.1%12.5%
Unemployment rate6.5%5.1%4%

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Summary for Pike County, KY

Pike County is located in Kentucky .

Rent & Income

In Pike County, the monthly rent is $858 and household income is $44,312. Rent is lower than both Kentucky and the U.S., and household income is lower than both Kentucky and the U.S. The poverty rate is 24.4%, which is higher than both Kentucky and the national rate.

Housing & Affordability

This area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 24.7% of households. Around 32.9% of renters are cost-burdened, indicating a moderate level of rent pressure.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is relatively low, with about 17.8% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The unemployment rate is 6.5%, which is higher than both Kentucky and the national rate.

 

 

Pike County, KY — Rent vs Household Income

 

 

Pike County, KY — Poverty vs Unemployment

 

💰 Rent in Pike County, KY (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $858 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Pike County, KY

Annual Household Income: $44,312

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Pike County, KY

Estimated Rate: 24.4%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Pike County, KY

In Pike County, KY, households that rent: 5,997 (24.7%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?
Household Type Count Share
Renter-Occupied 5,997 24.7%
Owner-Occupied 18,287 75.3%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Pike County, KY

In Pike County, KY, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 1,976 (32.9%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?
Household Group Households Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%) 1,976 32.9%
Other renter households 4,021 67.1%
Total renter households 5,997 100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Pike County, KY

Less than High School: 12,291 people (30.2%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 15,296 people (37.6%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 5,884 people (14.5%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 7,245 people (17.8%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 40,716

📊 Unemployment Rate in Pike County, KY

Estimated Rate: 6.5%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.