 The Yale ran summer field studies for its Master's program in forestry there from 1904 to 1926.Since the late 20th century, Pike County has been the fastest-growing county in Pennsylvania; between 1990 and 2000, its population increased by 65.2%, and it grew an additional 16.9% between 2000 and 2004.The area has relatively low state and county taxes, and affordable housing.