Median Income
$72,000
4% lower than US avg
Home Value
$401,600
42% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
39.9%
18% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$1,125
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.1%
10% lower than US avg
How Bath Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population229
Median Age66.0 yrs
Density636/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans14.6%
Economy
A
Median Income$72,000
Per Capita$54,662
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty11.1%
County GDP$2,369M
Commute32 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$401,600
Rent$1,125
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$313,515
Rent Burden51.0%
Health
Obesity33.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp63°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.6 in/yr
Elevation11 ft
Education
A
Bachelor's+39.9%
High School+99.0%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute32 min
Libraries5
Is Bath a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bath receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Bath offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bath is $72,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bath is $401,600, 42% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 39.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Bath enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Bath has a population of 229 with a density of 636 people per square mile. The median age is 66.0 years, 70% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
66.0yrs
Median Age
70% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.2% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.8% |
| 94% below US avg |
The median household income in Bath is $72,000, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $72,000 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $54,662 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $968 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,952 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.5% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.1% |
| 10% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,350 |
| County GDP | $2,369M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 94 |
| Healthcare | 132 |
| Retail | 192 |
| Manufacturing | 49 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,002 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.75% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 77.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 14.3% |
The median home value in Bath is $401,600, 42% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $313,515.
Home Values
| Census Median | $401,600 |
| 42% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $313,515 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,125 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,002 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.75% |
In Bath, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.4% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bath vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.9% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.0% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.4% |
| Depression | 28.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 12.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.1% |
| Premature Death | 12,293/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 85.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 132 |
Crime Rates: Bath vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Bath has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 63.3°F |
| 17% above US avg |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 51.6 inches |
| 36% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 11 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 636/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.4712°N, 76.8111°W |
| County FIPS | 37013 |