Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 0.12 |
| Below Poverty | 21.0% ▲ 110% above avg |
| College Grads | 35.5% ▼ 8% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.0% ▼ 18% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 231 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,277 (34.9%) |
| Some College | 2,495 (13.9%) |
| Associates | 2,541 (14.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,383 (7.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,073 (28.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $46,644 ▼ 39% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $158,998 ▼ 43% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $845/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 16,857 |
| Vacant Units | 3,802 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Pike County is located in Alabama and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 34,250 residents. With a median age of 33.02, it is a relatively young county.
Pike County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $46,644 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 21.0% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Pike County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $158,998 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $844. Homeownership rates are high at 62.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Pike County are majority White (56.67%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 35.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Pike County, AL is a working-class area in Alabama. The 6 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36005 | Banks | 1,486 | $46,042 | $101,000 | $934 | 3.3% | 25.5% |
| 36010 | Brundidge | 5,137 | $40,295 | $108,300 | $703 | 7.1% | 25.1% |
| 36035 | Goshen | 1,851 | $49,455 | $107,200 | $647 | 1.0% | 38.4% |
| 36079 | Troy | 9,282 | $57,551 | $166,700 | $969 | 2.9% | 38.8% |
| 36081 | Troy | 15,720 | $42,005 | $182,600 | $833 | 3.5% | 39.3% |