Pike County's 2026 population is estimated at 18,029, reflecting a 0.19% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Pike County is the 62nd largest county in Missouri. The 2010 population was 18,474 and has grown -2.41% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 39.6 years
Female: 41.3 years
Male: 38.4 years
There are 13,734 adults, (3,377 of whom are seniors) in Pike County.
Female: 8,128 (45.9%)
Male: 9,583 (54.1%)
The racial composition of Pike County includes 89.45% White, 4.96% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Native American, Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, other race and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 15,843 | 89.45% |
| Black or African American | 878 | 4.96% |
| Two or more races | 801 | 4.52% |
| Native American | 84 | 0.47% |
| Asian | 60 | 0.34% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 30 | 0.17% |
| Other race | 15 | 0.08% |
Pike County 's average per capita income is $45,736. Household income levels show a median of $54,989. The poverty rate stands at 15.97%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $91,964 | $101,992 |
| Families | $80,960 | $89,735 |
| Households | $54,989 | $75,647 |
| Non Families | $31,831 | $42,219 |
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