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Pike County
Pike County, Ohio, offers a strategic location for businesses looking to grow, with strong transportation access via U.S. Route 23 and proximity to major markets. The county has a skilled workforce, supported by regional training programs and a strong foundation in advanced manufacturing, energy, and agriculture.
Home to the U.S. Department of Energy’s Portsmouth Site, Pike County is at the forefront of energy innovation and redevelopment opportunities. In addition to business advantages, the county provides a high quality of life with scenic parks, outdoor recreation, and a welcoming community. Whether you’re investing, expanding, or looking for a place to call home, Pike County is a place where business and community thrive together.
Connect with the Pike County Economic Development Organization
Gary Arnett, Director
gary@pikecountydevelopment.com(740) 947-4104
Pike County Office of Community and Economic Development
116 S. Market Street
Waverly, Ohio 45690
https://pikecountydevelopment.com/
A Snapshot of Pike County
County Seat:
Waverly
Local resources:
Pike County Chamber of CommerceVisit Pike CountyNearest Airport(s):
Pike County Airport: 4.5 miles
John Glenn Columbus International Airport: 69 miles
Highways:
US 23, OH 32, OH 124
Workforce:
87,325 within a 45-minute drive
Population:
26,759 live in the county
GDP:
$1,005,911,757 in Gross Regional Product
Primary Industries
Logistics & Distribution
Wood & Paper Products
Railways:
CSX Transportation Inc., Norfolk Southern Corp.
Higher Education:
Pike County Career Technology Center
Rio Grande Community College - Piketon Center
Median Household Income:
$55,248
Median Home Value:
$183,814
Cost of Living Index:
87.5
Major Employers
Utilities
Electricity Providers:
Adams REA
Buckeye REA
Columbus Southern Power
Ohio Power
South Central REA
Natural Gas Providers:
Pike
Telephone/Internet Providers:
AT&T Ohio
Frontier North
Chillicothe
Minford
Top attractions in Pike County
Southeast Ohio is the kind of place that surprises you—where you stumble upon a town that feels like it was pulled from a movie set, enjoy one-of-a-kind, locally owned shops, or discover a hiking trail that becomes your new favorite. It’s the largest, yet somehow least talked-about, region of Ohio, and that’s part of its charm. It’s a place where you can slow down, look around, and see that life’s greatest adventures are right in front of you.
Pike State Forest
12,531 acres in western Pike County and eastern Highland County.
SamJam Bluegrass Festival
Featuring the most recognizable names in bluegrass music.
Brass Monkey Bar & Restaurant
Chef Laino takes immense pride in crafting locally inspired cuisines.
Dogwood Pass
A family friendly attraction and living history museum.
Lake White State Park
The rugged region surrounding park offers all the ingredients for a great day outside.
Buckeye Trail
Featuring over 30 miles of some of the most wooded and scenic areas of the statewide trail.
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