Pike County

As of the latest census data, Pike County, MS, has a population of approximately 39,000. It is around 51% female and 49% male. Racial composition includes about 57% White, 41% African American, and 2% other races. Hispanic or Latino individuals make up roughly 1% of the population. The county has a median household income of about $31,000 and a poverty rate near 26%. The median age is approximately 37 years.

As of recent data, Pike County, MS has a median home value of approximately $107,900. The median rent is around $750 per month. Around 64% of the housing units are owner-occupied, while 36% are renter-occupied. The area has a vacancy rate of roughly 15%. Housing types vary from single-family homes to mobile homes and apartments.

For the latest electoral data in Pike County, Mississippi (as of October 2023), the specific candidates and results may vary depending on the election cycle. In recent elections, key races include local offices like county supervisors, sheriff, and school board members, alongside state-level positions.

1. Voter Turnout: Generally ranges from 40-60% of registered voters.

2. Recent Key Candidates:

   • Sheriff: Last contested by Steve Rushing and Jeff Thomas, with Rushing securing about 55%.
   • County Supervisor: District seats typically see 3-5 candidates each. Most recent race had John Smith (46%) and Sarah Davis (44%) as leading contenders.

3. Precincts: Pike County operates about 20 polling precincts.

For the most accurate and current details, please refer to the Pike County Election Commission or their official website.

Pike County, MS, has notable educational metrics that reflect its standing compared to national and state averages. As of recent data, approximately 80.5% of Pike County residents aged 25 and older hold a high school diploma or higher, which is slightly below the national average of around 88% and the Mississippi state average of approximately 85%. About 12.8% of residents possess a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of about 32% and the state average of roughly 22%. Pike County struggles with lower post-secondary educational attainment levels compared to broader benchmarks, highlighting an area for potential community and educational development initiatives.

As of the latest data, Pike County, MS, exhibits a labor force of approximately 17,000 individuals. The unemployment rate stands at around 6.3%, higher than the national average of 4.8% and the Mississippi state average of 5.5%. The top industries in Pike County include Healthcare and Social Assistance, Retail Trade, and Manufacturing, employing significant proportions of the workforce.

Comparatively, Pike County’s reliance on Healthcare and Social Assistance is consistent with national trends, where this sector is also one of the largest employers. However, Retail Trade's prominence in Pike County is higher compared to the national average, reflecting local economic dependencies. Manufacturing holds a notable share but is lower compared to Mississippi's state average, where Manufacturing is more dominant. The county's economic structure underscores its mix of service-based and traditional manufacturing industries, aligned but with slight variances from broader state and national patterns.

As of the most recent data, the median household income in Pike County, MS, is approximately $33,600. This is significantly lower than the national median household income, which is around $68,700, and also below the state of Mississippi’s median, which is approximately $45,792. The income disparity indicates economic challenges within the county compared to broader averages.

These figures highlight a notable income gap, suggesting that Pike County residents generally have lower earnings compared to their state and national counterparts.

As of the latest data, Pike County, MS has experienced various crime rates, with property crimes being more prevalent than violent crimes. Here are specific values based on 2021 FBI crime data:

• Violent Crime Rate: 4.2 incidents per 1,000 residents
• Property Crime Rate: 19.6 incidents per 1,000 residents

These crime types are subdivided into the following categories: