Pike County, Missouri
Pike County blends rolling hills with flat farmland. It borders Illinois to the east, with the Mississippi River marking the line. Bowling Green serves as the county seat.
The county has deep roots, founded in 1818 before Missouri became a state. With Hannibal nearby, there’s a touch of Mark Twain charm.
Farmers raise corn and soybeans, while residents enjoy fishing and boating on the river. And heard of Louisiana? Not the state—it’s a city in Missouri, located in Pike County.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Pike County |
| County Seat | Bowling Green |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Bowling Green, Louisiana, Clarksville, Eolia, Frankford, Curryville |
| Interstates and Highways | US 54, MO 79, MO 161 |
| Population | Approximately 18,000 |
| FIPS Code | 29-163 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 685 square miles (Land: 670 sq mi, Water: 15 sq mi) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Missouri |
| Coordinates | 39.3497° N, 91.1970° W |
| Etymology | Named after Zebulon Pike, an explorer who led the Pike Expedition |
| Major Landmarks | Clarence Cannon Dam, Pike County Courthouse, Clarksville Riverfront Park |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Ralls County (Northwest), Pike County, Illinois (Northeast), Calhoun County, Illinois (East), Lincoln County (South), Montgomery County (Southwest), Audrain County (West) |
