Dingman
RANK #460 / 996 NAT · #20 / 44 PA · POP 58,996
1YR FORECAST: +2.4%
5YR OUTLOOK: +24%
Milford, the county seat, offers a glimpse into Pike County's distinctive character with its historic district featuring late 19th and early 20th-century buildings. Located in northeastern Pennsylvania, Pike County borders both New York and New Jersey, making it a gateway to the Pocono Mountains region. Commuting to northern New Jersey or New York City suburbs is common, though many residents experience drives exceeding an hour. The community embraces a quieter pace of life, surrounded by extensive state and federal forest, park, and game lands, including a significant portion of the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Outdoor recreation opportunities abound, with hiking, fishing, canoeing on the Delaware River, and skiing at local mountains.
Life in Pike County often appeals to those seeking a rural environment with access to nature. Many residents are families and retirees, some of whom relocated from New York and New Jersey for more affordable housing and lower taxes. The economy is largely driven by tourism and hospitality, with a growing presence of remote workers. While the county has seen significant population growth, efforts are underway to diversify the economic landscape beyond its traditional sectors, with investments flowing into technology infrastructure, such as data centers. Local public schools, such as Delaware Valley High School and Shohola Elementary School, are generally well-regarded.
Overvalued relative to economy
Well below national median
Moderate climate & terrain
Above national median (13x)
Housing looks overvalued at 8.6x — home prices are high relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
Estimated local headcount ranges. Larger employers shown as floor + "+"; smaller employers show exact counts where reported.
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Source: CDC/NCHS vital statistics via County Health Rankings (2020–2022 avg). Rates per 100,000 population. Grade based on homicide rate relative to national average (~6.3). Learn more →
| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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AI Data Center and Natural Gas Power Plant
SoftBank
|
$33,000M | Under Construction |
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Mega Warehouse at I-84 Site
National Land Developers
|
$50M | Proposed |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
Bars show percentile rank among all 996 counties.
Pike County scores 53/100 on the Boom Town Index, landing in the middle of the pack among 996 U.S. counties (#460). Median household income is $76,416 and job growth is running at +1.6%. The data points to a county with mixed signals — some positive indicators alongside areas that lag faster-growing peers.
Housing in Pike County is roughly in line with national affordability norms. The median home costs $225,100 and the income-to-home-value ratio sits at 0.34, with rents averaging $1,344/month. Not a bargain, but not a stretch for most local earners either.
Pike County is growing on multiple fronts. Population is up +1.1% year-over-year while employers added jobs at a +1.6% clip. Home values shifted +2.3% in the past year.
There's a moderate stream of newcomers. About 2.05% of residents moved from another state, which is above average and suggests Pike County has appeal as a relocation destination — though it's not among the highest-inflow counties nationally.