Pike County is a county located in the U.S. state of Missouri. As of the most recent data available, the county has a population of approximately 18,351 people, with a population density of about 27.27 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 673.00 square miles (1,743.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Bowling Green, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Louisiana.
Geographically, Pike County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Louisiana 1,477 ft and its lowest point at Clarksville 480 ft. The region operates in the UTC-6.