Pike County Public RecordsKentucky

As of 2022, Pike County, KY has an estimated population of 54,789. The median age is about 43 years, with 48.9% male and 51.1% female residents. The county is predominantly White (96.1%), with small Black or African American (2.0%), Asian (0.5%), and Hispanic or Latino (0.9%) populations. Children under 18 make up 20.1% of the population, while 19.7% are 65 or older.

Pike County, KY, with over 41,000 registered voters as of 2024, predominantly registers as Democrat (about 55%) but has seen rising Republican registration (approx. 42%). Elections include federal, state, and local offices, with 60+ polling locations like Belfry Fire Department and Pikeville High School. In the 2020 presidential race, Donald Trump won over 74% of votes. The county faces issues such as voter turnout (typically below 55%) and access in rural areas. Election administration is managed by the Pike County Clerk. Major parties are Republican and Democrat, with a small presence of independents.

Pike County, KY, serves over 7,000 students across 25 public schools, including 5 high schools. The high school graduation rate is approximately 93%. About 13% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Average K-12 test scores in Pike County are slightly below the state average. The Pike County School District emphasizes school safety with secure campuses and anti-bullying initiatives. Adult education centers offer GED and job training programs. Educational programs include advanced placement (AP) courses and career & technical education, striving to improve college- and career-readiness for nearly all students.

As of 2022, Pike County, KY had an employment rate of 47.8%. Major industries include health care and social assistance (21.6%), retail trade (13.9%), and educational services (11.7%). Occupations are primarily in office and administrative support (11.1%) and healthcare practitioners (10.4%). The median commute time is 27.6 minutes, with approximately 70% of residents working within the county, and over 25% commuting to neighboring counties, notably Floyd and Johnson. The unemployment rate was 5.9%, higher than the state average.

Pike County, KY has a homeownership rate of roughly 75%, with median home values around $98,000. The median gross rent is about $670. The housing market remains affordable but relatively stagnant, with modest appreciation under 2% annually. Most homes are single-family detached houses, prevalent in neighborhoods like Coal Run Village and South Williamson. Property taxes are low, averaging 0.61% of assessed value, meaning an annual tax of about $600 on a $98,000 home. The area features both rural and small-town settings, offering affordable options for both buyers and renters.

Pike County, KY, experiences a crime rate below the national average, with a violent crime rate of approximately 1.7 per 1,000 residents and a property crime rate around 8.2 per 1,000 residents (per FBI 2022 data). Most incidents involve theft and burglary, while violent crimes are relatively rare. The Pike County Sheriff's Office actively encourages community reporting, contributing to a clearance rate above 30%. Overall, Pike County is considered relatively safe, though residents are advised to maintain basic safety precautions.