Pike County is a county located in the U.S. state of Illinois. As of the most recent data available, the county has a population of approximately 17,384 people, with a population density of about 20.94 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 830.00 square miles (2,150.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Pittsfield, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Pittsfield.
Geographically, Pike County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Baylis 865 ft and its lowest point at Milton 0 ft. The region operates in the UTC-6.