Pike County

As of the 2020 United States Census, Pike County, Indiana, had a population of approximately 12,250 people. The racial composition was 97.1% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.4% Asian, and 1.5% Hispanic or Latino of any race. The county had around 5,000 households with an average household size of 2.44. The median age was 43.1 years. The gender distribution was fairly balanced, with 49.3% male and 50.7% female. Households and family structures vary, with a significant portion (26.7%) of individuals living alone.

As of the most recent data, Pike County, Indiana, has a median home value of approximately $113,200. The average rent is around $700 per month. About 81% of residents are homeowners, while 19% are renters. The housing market is characterized by single-family homes, with a mix of older properties and newer constructions. The county has a relatively low cost of living compared to national averages, making it an affordable place to live. Housing market trends indicate a steady increase in property values over the past few years.

Pike County, Indiana, holds elections for various local positions such as County Council, Commissioners, and other officials. As of the latest elections, notable positions included:

1. Pike County Commissioners:

   • District 1: (Current candidate names and numerical votes would be needed from the most recent data).
   • District 2: (Current candidate names and numerical votes would be needed from the most recent data).

2. County Council At-Large:

   • Multiple candidates typically vie for these seats. (Specific candidates and their vote counts are needed from the recent data).

3. Judicial and municipal positions:

   • Various candidates based on the most recent election cycle (names and specific votes needed from recent data).

Please refer to the Pike County Clerk's Office or the local election board for the most current figures and candidate names specific to the latest election cycle.

As of recent data, Pike County, IN has an educational attainment level lower than national and state averages. Approximately 84.9% of residents have at least a high school diploma, compared to the national average of around 88% and Indiana's state average of 90.4%. Furthermore, about 11.5% of citizens hold a bachelor's degree or higher, while the national average is roughly 33%, and the state average is close to 26.5%. Pike County's educational metrics reflect a gap in higher education attainment, mirroring challenges faced by several rural areas. Efforts may be needed to improve access to and the quality of education to bridge these disparities.

Pike County, IN has a labor force participation rate of around 60%, with an unemployment rate of approximately 4.2% as of the latest data. Major industries in the county include manufacturing, coal mining, healthcare, and social assistance. Manufacturing constitutes about 30% of employment in the county, significantly higher than the national average of 8.5% and the state average of 17.5%. Mining is also prominent, contributing around 15% to local employment, compared to roughly 0.5% nationally and 2% statewide.

The healthcare and social assistance sectors employ about 13% of the workforce, which is similar to the national average of 13.6% and slightly below Indiana's 15.2%. Retail trade is another significant sector, making up about 11% of employment in the county, in line with the national average of 11% and close to Indiana's 11%. These disparities highlight Pike County's reliance on manufacturing and mining compared to broader averages.

As of the latest data, Pike County, Indiana has a median household income of approximately $50,000. Comparatively, the median household income for the state of Indiana is around $57,500, and the national median is about $68,700. This places Pike County below both the state and national income averages.

Income Comparison Table

Pike County's median income is about 13% lower than the state average and roughly 27% lower than the national median, reflecting economic disparities within the region.

As of the latest available data, Pike County, IN, tends to have lower crime rates compared to national and state averages. The overall crime rate is approximately 11.1 per 1,000 residents. Below is a breakdown of various types of crimes in the county:

These figures illustrate that property crimes are more prevalent than violent crimes in Pike County. Efforts to enhance community policing and preventive measures have been implemented to maintain and further lower these rates.