Median Age
37 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 17% of Residents
Under 20
22%
Over 65
16%
Pikeville, KY
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$840
Population
7,627
Renter Mix
57% Rent
Scenic overlooks in the wooded hills of Kentucky
Rural
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Affordable
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Wooded
The city of Pikeville is a heavily wooded suburb in eastern Kentucky. Pikeville houses the University of Pikeville with numerous affordable apartments for rent nearby. This city has a certain charm that its residents adore, offering local gems like the Jenny Wiley Theatre and the Blue Raven, a comfy local hangout with simple dishes and a welcoming environment.
Pikeville houses a local movie theater, a few churches, and small businesses in the heart of town. Residents appreciate the convenience of the city’s supermarkets and selection of retailers selling clothing, pet supplies, home décor, hardware, and more. Open green spaces can be found at Bob Amos Park, which features amazing hiking trails, scenic overlooks, zip lining through the woods, a playground, athletic fields, and an RV park. Though this part of Kentucky is rather secluded with a rural feel, US-23 runs directly through Pikeville, so commuting in and out of town is a breeze.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$34,120
Average: $63,008
Education
2,090
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
2,903
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Pikeville has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
57%
Non-Renters
43%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
25%
Other Education
75%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Pikeville, KY is $840 for one bedroom, $1,060 for two bedrooms, and $1,625 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Pikeville has increased by 1.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$840/month
306 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Pikeville, KY is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-8
856 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
608 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
603 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
603 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
756 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
510 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
856 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
608 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
603 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
756 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
510 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
510 Students
Pike County Central High School
Public
Grades 9-12
584 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
45 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Fishtrap Lake
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.