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Pike County, Ohio
Pike County, Ohio. Pike County had 27,061 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 0.1% since 2020, while Ohio grew 0.9%. It holds 19 places (3 cities, villages and boroughs, 14 towns and townships and 2 census-designated) and 7 census tracts. GEOID 39131.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
27,061
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 27,088 · ACS 2020-2024: 27,044
Median household income
$52,736
±$4,871 (90% margin)
Ohio: $71,389
Median home value
$163,800
±$5,667 (90% margin)
Ohio: $214,800
Median gross rent
$907
±$73 (90% margin)
Ohio: $1,034
How many people live in Pike County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 27,088 residents in Pike County. The Census Bureau estimates 27,061 for July 1, 2025, down 0.1% since 2020, while Ohio grew 0.9%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 27,044 over 440 square miles of land.
| Measure | Pike County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 27,044 | 11,810,293 | −956 |
| Households | 10,866±278 | 4,863,191 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.45±0.06 | 2.37 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 12,107±28 | 5,292,391 | −738 |
Pike County's population since 2000
From 27,695 in 2000 to 27,061 in 2025: down 2.3%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Pike County?
Pike County holds 19 places: 3 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places), 14 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government) and 2 census-designated places. The largest is Pee Pee Township with 7,344 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Pee Pee Township | 7,392 | $57,269 |
|---|---|---|
| Waverly | 4,165 | $55,172 |
| Seal Township | 3,351 | $40,896 |
| Pebble Township | 2,428 | $59,659 |
| Piketon | 2,111 | $41,313 |
| Newton Township, Pike CountyGEOID 3913155622 | 1,810 | $75,341 |
| Benton Township, Pike CountyGEOID 3913105648 | 1,583 | $33,365 |
| Marion Township, Pike CountyGEOID 3913147824 | 1,478 | $35,188 |
| Beaver Township, Pike CountyGEOID 3913104710 | 1,291 | $50,911 |
| Union Township, Pike County | 1,227 | not published |
| Mifflin Township, Pike County | 1,210 | not published |
| Jackson Township, Pike CountyGEOID 3913137996 | 1,170 | $34,468 |
| Sunfish TownshipGEOID 3913175637 | 1,115 | $56,653 |
| Scioto Township, Pike CountyGEOID 3913170884 | 1,061 | not published |
| Camp Creek TownshipGEOID 3913111122 | 1,057 | $79,464 |
| Perry Township, Pike CountyGEOID 3913162022 | 915 | $49,919 |
| Beaver | 442 | not published |
| StockdaleGEOID 3974734 | 111 | not published |
| CynthianaGEOID 3919848 | 57 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Pike County?
The median resident of Pike County is 41.7 years old; 23.5% are under 18 and 19.1% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 94.4%, then non-Hispanic residents of two or more races at 3.0%. 0.5% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Pike County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 41.7±0.8 | 39.7 | +0.9 |
| Under 18 years | 23.5%±0.1 pts | 22.0% | – |
| 65 years and over | 19.1%±0.6 pts | 18.3% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.6%±0.5 pts | 4.8% | – |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 94.4%±0.2 pts | 75.8% | −0.8 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 1.0%±0.6 pts | 12.0% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.4%±0.1 pts | 2.5% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.6%±0.7 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 3.0%±0.9 pts | 4.3% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 0.5%±0.2 pts | 5.2% | – |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 1.5%±0.7 pts | 8.0% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 7.3%±1.3 pts | 6.6% | – |
| With a disability | 22.1%±2.1 pts | 14.4% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 4.8%±1.4 pts | 6.4% | −2.3 pts |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 86.9%±2.6 pts | 91.8% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 16.3%±2.4 pts | 31.5% | +3.7 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 5.4%±1.0 pts | 12.2% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 0.4%±0.3 pts | 1.6% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Pike County earn?
Half of Pike County's 10,866 households earn less than $52,736 a year (±$4,871), against $71,389 in Ohio. In 2015-2019 it was $52,713 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 21.3% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Pike County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $52,736±$4,871 | $71,389 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $80,977±$12,358 | $96,990 | – |
| Per capita income | $32,737±$4,285 | $40,552 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 21.3%±3.4 pts | 13.3% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 24.0%±6.1 pts | 17.8% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 23.8%±3.7 pts | 12.5% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 82.3%±3.1 pts | 90.1% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Pike County?
Owners occupy 68.5% of Pike County's occupied homes and renters 31.5%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $163,800 by its owner (±$5,667). The median renter pays $907 a month including utilities, and 39.7% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Pike County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $163,800±$5,667 | $214,800 | +$19,686 |
| Median gross rent | $907±$73 | $1,034 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 39.7%±8.7 pts | 37.3% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,324±$100 | $1,517 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 68.5%±3.2 pts | 67.2% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 12,107±28 | 5,292,391 | −738 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.5%±0.8 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 5.7%±3.8 pts | 4.4% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 70.7%±3.4 pts | 68.8% | – |
| Mobile homes | 19.3%±2.7 pts | 3.4% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.1%±0.9 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 8.4%±2.0 pts | 19.0% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Pike County building?
Builders took permits for 62 new housing units across Pike County in 2025 (62 single-family), 2.3 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Pike County get to work?
86.9% of Pike County's workers drive alone and 5.2% work from home. The average trip to work takes 29.7 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 5.4%.
| Measure | Pike County | Ohio | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 50.8%±2.9 pts | 63.1% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 5.4%±1.8 pts | 4.8% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 86.9%±2.8 pts | 75.1% | – |
| Carpooled | 6.0%±1.9 pts | 7.5% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 1.0% | – |
| Walked | 1.1%±0.8 pts | 2.0% | – |
| Worked from home | 5.2%±1.9 pts | 13.0% | no clear change |
| Mean travel time to work | 29.7 min±2.3 | 23.4 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Pike County's census tracts?
Pike County is divided into 7 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $47,614 (Tract 9522) to $71,563 (Tract 9527).
| Tract 952239131952200 | 5,437±742 | $47,614 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 952339131952300 | 4,901±527 | $50,618 |
| Tract 952439131952400 | 3,686±372 | $55,378 |
| Tract 952539131952500 | 3,349±415 | $53,523 |
| Tract 9526.0139131952601 | 3,158±425 | $48,137 |
| Tract 9526.0239131952602 | 2,079±396 | $60,994 |
| Tract 952739131952700 | 4,434±528 | $71,563 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Pike County compare with Ohio's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 79th of 88 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 41st of 88 |
| Residents per square mile | 79th of 88 |
| Median household income | 85th of 88 |
| Median home value | 60th of 88 |
| Median gross rent | 35th of 88 |
| Poverty rate | 4th of 88 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 69th of 88 |
| Median age | 33rd of 88 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
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