Pike County, Illinois Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Pike County is located in Illinois with a total population of 14,625. It is the 73rd most populous county out of 102 in Illinois.

Age Demographics

The median age in Pike County is 42.9 years. This is 10% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Pike County is $58,029. This is 29% lower than the state median of $81,702. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 26% lower. The poverty rate stands at 15.3%. This is 30% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 4.6%. This is 21% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $100,100. Housing costs are 60% lower than the state median of $250,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Pike County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 66.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

Pike County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.9%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (95.0% vs 58.8%). The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 13.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 18.5%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 5.8%.

Education

18.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 49% lower than the state rate of 37.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.8%.