Pike County's 2026 population is estimated at 54,294, reflecting a -1.04% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Pike County is the 18th largest county in Kentucky. The 2010 population was 65,076 and has grown -16.57% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 43.3 years
Female: 45.3 years
Male: 41.2 years
There are 45,233 adults, (11,401 of whom are seniors) in Pike County.
Female: 28,588 (50.4%)
Male: 28,139 (49.6%)
The racial composition of Pike County includes 94.11% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, Asian, other race, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 53,385 | 94.11% |
| Two or more races | 2,390 | 4.21% |
| Black or African American | 358 | 0.63% |
| Asian | 324 | 0.57% |
| Other race | 231 | 0.41% |
| Native American | 39 | 0.07% |
Pike County 's average per capita income is $42,194. Household income levels show a median of $44,312. The poverty rate stands at 24.38%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $72,721 | $89,295 |
| Families | $63,028 | $78,804 |
| Households | $44,312 | $62,085 |
| Non Families | $18,830 | $30,764 |
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