Bay City, MI

Michigan · Bay County · Bay City Metro

Bay City is a mid-size city in Michigan with a population of 32,445. Residents earn $47,904 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0

C+ Fair

32,445 Population 3,190/sq mi density

$47,904 Median Income $29,756 per capita

$89,900 Home Value $119,103 Zillow

$739 Median Rent 29.5% income on rent

48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr

826 Violent Crime/100K 1,994 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.9 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

3.2 / 5.0

$47,904 median income, 3.9% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$89,900 home value, $739/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

826 violent crimes/100K (117% above avg)

Education

2.5 / 5.0

18.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $47,904

36% lower than US avg

Home Value $89,900

68% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 826/100K

117% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 18.2%

46% lower than US avg

Median Rent $739

36% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.3%

26% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.9%

8% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 15.2%

23% higher than US avg

How Bay City Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population32,445

Median Age39.7 yrs

Density3,190/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 87%

Veterans7.5%

Economy

Median Income$47,904

Per Capita$29,756

Unemployment3.9%

Poverty15.2%

County GDP$4,724M

Commute21 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$89,900

Rent$739

Ownership68.5%

Zillow$119,103

Housing Units15,880

Rent Burden29.5%

Crime

Violent826/100K

Property1,994/100K

Murder6.1/100K

Assault653/100K

Burglary412/100K

Health

Obesity40.3%

Uninsured9.5%

Smoking18.9%

Depression29.1%

Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)

AQI37 (Good)

Rain33.1 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation600 ft (183 m)

Education

Bachelor's+18.2%

High School+88.6%

Graduate+4.8%

School Score5.09

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%

Commute21 min

Broadband86.0%

EV Stations14

Libraries5

Is Bay City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bay City receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bay City has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bay City is $47,904, 36% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bay City is $89,900, 68% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $739 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 826 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,994 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Bay City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Bay City has a population of 32,445 with a density of 3,190 people per square mile, spread across 11.2 square miles. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.2% female and 47.8% male. The city is predominantly White (86.5%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 2.7% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.1% of residents. 7.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 19.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 93.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

32,445

Total Population

3,190

People / sq mi

39.7yrs

Median Age

2% above US avg

11.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%

Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bay City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.1%

24% above US avg

Spanish 2.9%

78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bay City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bay City is $47,904, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,756 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,050, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,117 business establishments, including 211 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.2, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 6.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bay City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$47,904
	36% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$29,756
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,050
IRS Avg AGI	$61,334
Gini Index	0.438 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.9%
	8% above US avg
Poverty Rate	15.2%
	23% above US avg
Establishments (County)	2,117
County GDP	$4,724M

Business (County)

Restaurants	211
Healthcare	326
Retail	355
Manufacturing	99

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,313
	23% above US avg
Cost of Living	96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	4.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	20.8 min
Drive Alone	80.5%
Public Transit	0.6%
Work from Home	6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Bay City is $89,900, 68% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $119,103, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 96.6% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $739 (36% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $814 for a one-bedroom to $1,030 for a two-bedroom apartment. 68.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 15,880 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1940. The average annual property tax is $4,313 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 29.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$89,900
	68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$119,103
Median List Price	$124,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$124,900
$/Sq Ft	$107
Homes Sold	30
Sale-to-List Ratio	96.6%
Price Drops	32.9%
Inventory	85

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$739
	36% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$998
Rent Burden	29.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$809
1 Bedroom	$814
2 Bedrooms	$1,030
3 Bedrooms	$1,399
4 Bedrooms	$1,518

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	68.5%
Owner-Occupied	68.5%
Renter-Occupied	31.5%
Housing Units	15,880
Median Year Built	1940

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,313
	23% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.80%

In Bay City, 40.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.6% of residents. 33.9% have high blood pressure. 18.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.1% report binge drinking. 28.5% are physically inactive. 29.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.7% experience frequent mental distress. 9.5% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,239. The dentist ratio is 1:1,428. 77.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.4 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Bay City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.3%
	26% above US avg
Diabetes	11.4%
Heart Disease	6.6%
High Blood Pressure	33.9%
Asthma	12.1%
COPD	9.1%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.9%
	35% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.1%
Physical Inactivity	28.5%
Depression	29.1%
Mental Distress	20.7%
Physical Distress	15.5%
Short Sleep	36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.3%
Uninsured	9.5%
	10% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,239
Dentists	1:1,428
Mental Health	1:341
Checkup Rate	76.8%
Dental Visits	60.8%
Premature Death	9,515/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.4/10
Exercise Access	77.0%
Healthcare Facilities	326

Bay City has a violent crime rate of 826 per 100,000 residents, 117% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 652.6 per 100,000, robbery at 61.0, rape at 106.7. The murder rate is 6.1 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,994 per 100,000, 2% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,452, burglary at 412, vehicle theft at 131 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 15 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Bay City receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Bay City vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	826.4/100K
	117% above US avg
Murder	6.1/100K
	3% below US avg
Rape	106.7/100K
Robbery	61.0/100K
Assault	652.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,994.3/100K
	2% above US avg
Burglary	411.7/100K
Theft	1,451.5/100K
Vehicle Theft	131.1/100K
Arson	12.2/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	15
Traffic Accidents	349
Avg Accident Severity	2.8 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Bay City experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37. 76% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 600 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	47.8°F
	11% below US avg
January Average	23°F (-5°C)
July Average	72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	600 ft (183 m)
Area	11.2 sq mi (29.0 km²)
Population Density	3,190/sq mi
Coordinates	43.5901°N, 83.8884°W
Timezone	America/Detroit
County	Bay County County
Nearest Airport	Mbs International (MBS) 10 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.1"

13% below US avg

Wettest Month (Sep) 3.90"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.18"

Air Quality

AQI Median	37.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	76.3%
Unhealthy Days	0

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	9.5 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	78.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability	44.1 / 100
Community Resilience	98.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively High
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Very Low
Coastal Flood	Relatively Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.5. Most recent: M2.5 on May 23, 2022.

Sep 2, 1994	5 km SSW of DeWitt, Michigan	M3.5	106 km
May 23, 2022	2 km NNW of Corunna, Canada	M2.5	140 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

295 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 128 fatalities, 1,096 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jun 8, 1953	EF5	55 km	116
May 12, 1956	EF4	68 km	3
Jun 8, 1953	EF4	75 km	0
Jul 2, 1997	EF3	51 km	1
Jul 2, 1997	EF3	49 km	0
Jun 21, 1996	EF3	31 km	0
Mar 27, 1991	EF3	100 km	0
Mar 27, 1991	EF3	83 km	0
Sep 2, 1984	EF3	100 km	0
Aug 8, 1984	EF3	67 km	0
Jun 12, 1984	EF3	4 km	0
Mar 30, 1976	EF3	66 km	0
Mar 30, 1976	EF3	76 km	1
Jul 14, 1974	EF3	66 km	0
Feb 28, 2024	EF2	77 km	0
Jun 26, 2021	EF2	83 km	0
Mar 14, 2019	EF2	89 km	0
Jun 22, 2015	EF2	39 km	0
May 28, 2013	EF2	81 km	0
May 28, 2013	EF2	83 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.5 m (5 ft).

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1952	LAKE HURON, MI	Avalanche	1.5 m	—	132 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

19 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BRITTLE (5,912 ac, 2021).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2021	BRITTLE	5,912	93 km
2014	UNNAMED	3,759	93 km
2018	BRITTLE 04/30/2018	3,484	93 km
2019	UNNAMED	2,349	96 km
2005	ROSCOMMON4	2,109	92 km
2016	UNNAMED	1,796	96 km
2017	BRITTLE 20 AND 23 RX	1,557	92 km
2015	UNNAMED	1,434	96 km
2015	UNNAMED	1,276	95 km
2016	UNNAMED	1,217	93 km
2015	UNNAMED	1,168	91 km
2010	BRITTLE FUELS BLOCK 10	1,076	95 km
2016	MEMORABLE RX	946	97 km
2018	BRITTLE 05/05/2018	867	95 km
2019	UNNAMED	642	94 km
2007	GALION	637	87 km
2019	UNNAMED	564	96 km
2019	MEMORABLE MIDDLE	550	96 km
2019	CORSAIR BLOCK 8	541	89 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	23°F (-5°C)	1.5 in	Coldest
February	23°F (-5°C)	1.2 in	Driest
March	33°F (0°C)	2.2 in
April	45°F (7°C)	2.7 in
May	57°F (14°C)	2.8 in
June	66°F (19°C)	3.2 in
July	72°F (22°C)	2.4 in	Warmest
August	69°F (20°C)	3.3 in
September	61°F (16°C)	3.9 in	Wettest
October	50°F (10°C)	2.6 in
November	38°F (3°C)	2.6 in
December	27°F (-3°C)	2.0 in

Bay City has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 23°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (1.2").

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Bay City is located in Bay County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 18.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 46% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. 4.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 56.7% of the vote, a 14.7-point margin. 86.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 14 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 326 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 80.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.7%

D 42%

Winner: Republican by 14.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	15
Traffic Accidents	349
Avg Accident Severity	2.8 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	18.2%
	46% below US avg
High School+	88.6%
Graduate Degree+	4.8%
School Test Score	5.09

C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3	Metro / under 250K
Population Density	3,190/sq mi
Total Area	11.2 sq mi
County	Bay County County

Services

Broadband Access	86.0%
Avg Download Speed	154.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	25.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	14
Alt Fuel Stations	17
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	326
Restaurants	211
Retail Stores	355

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	20.8 min
Drive Alone	80.5%
Public Transit	0.6%
Work from Home	6.8%

Average costs for common services in Bay City. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$241 ($144–$385)
Specialist Visit	$337 ($192–$529)
Urgent Care Visit	$192 ($96–$337)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,116 ($770–$4,810)
Dental Cleaning	$125 ($72–$192)
Dental Filling	$241 ($144–$385)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$43 ($24–$72)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$72 ($48–$115)
Brake Pad Replacement	$289 ($144–$481)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$72)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$577 ($385–$962)
Battery Replacement	$192 ($96–$337)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$96 ($58–$144)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$87 ($48–$135)
HVAC Repair	$385 ($144–$770)
HVAC System Install	$6,734 ($3,848–$11,544)
Roof Repair	$962 ($385–$1,924)
Roof Replacement	$8,658 ($5,291–$14,430)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,443 ($481–$3,367)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,430 ($4,810–$28,860)
DUI Defense	$4,810 ($1,924–$9,620)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,443 ($770–$2,886)
Will Preparation	$481 ($192–$962)
Trust Preparation	$2,405 ($962–$4,810)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut	$53 ($29–$96)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$144 ($72–$241)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour)	$77 ($48–$125)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.94 ($2.89–$5.29)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.37 ($2.41–$4.81)
Loaf of Bread	$3.66 ($2.41–$5.29)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.33 ($2.89–$6.25)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.29 ($3.85–$7.22)
Rice (per lb)	$0.96 ($0.58–$1.73)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$135 ($77–$241)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$67 ($29–$144)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$67 ($38–$115)
Internet (Monthly)	$67 ($38–$96)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$63 ($29–$96)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$82 ($48–$144)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$192 ($72–$481)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,924 ($1,154–$3,367)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$67 ($29–$125)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.70–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$96 ($29–$241)
Driver's License Renewal	$29 ($14–$72)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,154 ($577–$2,405)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$962 ($481–$1,924)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$385 ($192–$673)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$48 ($24–$96)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$962 ($385–$2,405)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,025 ($4,810–$28,860)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$58 ($29–$96)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$96 ($48–$192)
Dog Grooming	$58 ($29–$96)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$72)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$289 ($144–$481)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$192 ($96–$385)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$736
Toddler	$779
Preschool	$779
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$693
Toddler	$693
Preschool	$674

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Bay County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	6,019	309	$51,257	1.23
Retail Trade	4,591	291	$36,695	1.35
Manufacturing	4,440	121	$83,178	1.58
Accommodation & Food Services	3,975	201	$20,798	1.28
Construction	1,520	184	$65,198	0.85
Professional & Technical Services	1,411	147	$103,374	0.59
Wholesale Trade	1,340	78	$69,393	1.00
Other Services	1,020	219	$34,838	0.99
Finance & Insurance	587	91	$70,210	0.42
Arts & Entertainment	559	44	$20,612	0.97
Agriculture & Forestry	432	45	$37,436	1.56
Real Estate	407	51	$51,097	0.77
Information & Technology	297	17	$92,177	0.46
Educational Services	172	22	$32,337	0.24
Unclassified	68	33	$28,814	1.43
Mining & Oil/Gas	15	3	$62,744	0.12

Colleges & Universities in Bay City

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Bayshire Academy of Beauty Craft Inc	Private For-Profit · Certificate	166	—	—	—

Hospitals in Bay City

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
MCLAREN BAY REGION	Acute Care Hospitals	2/5	Yes	(989) 894-9510

Schools in Bay City

16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Bay City Central High School	High	1,033	58	17.8:1
John Glenn High School	High	849	31	27.4:1
Handy Middle School	Middle	685	50	13.7:1
Christa McAuliffe Middle School	Middle	657	30	21.9:1
Kolb Elementary School	Elementary	477	33	14.5:1
Hampton Elementary School	Elementary	405	27	15.0:1
Washington Elementary School	Elementary	395	31	12.7:1
Bangor West Central School	Elementary	356	16	22.3:1
McAlearSawden Elem School	Elementary	352	24	14.7:1
Bay City Academy Farragut Campus (Charter)	Other	341	18	18.9:1
Bangor Central School	Elementary	327	15	21.8:1
Bangor Lincoln School	Elementary	317	15	21.1:1
MacGregor Elementary School	Elementary	313	24	13.0:1
State Street Academy (Charter)	Other	258	21	12.3:1
Mackensen Elementary School	Elementary	245	15	16.3:1
Great Lakes Bay Early College	High	182	27	6.7:1

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Radio Stations near Bay City

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
WLEW AM 1340	bad axe, michigan	AAC+ 32 kbps
WAHS 89.5 Avondale Community Radio	—	MP3 128 kbps

National Parks Near Bay City

13 national parks and monuments found near Bay City.

Park	Type	Fee
Bloomer State Park	State Park	Free
Dnr Lakeview Park	State Park	Free
Dodge #4 State Park	State Park	Free
North Higgins Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Port Crescent State Park	State Park	Free
River Bend Township Park	State Park	Free
Sanilac Petroglyphs State Park	State Park	Free
Seven Lakes State Park	State Park	Free
Sleeper State Park	State Park	Free
Sleepy Hollow State Park	State Park	Free
South Higgins Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Tawas Point State Park	State Park	Free
Wilson State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Bay City

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	34,366	$35,352
2015	33,730	$34,743
2017	33,135	$36,263
2019	32,661	$37,893
2021	32,404	$41,959
2023	32,179	$47,904

Museums in Bay City

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
SAGINAW MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM		9897542491	$1,264,030
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF SAGINAW COUNTY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9897522861	$1,086,819
SAGINAW VALLEY ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION			$885,322
MID-MICHIGAN CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		9893996626	$391,400
BAY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9898935733	$297,459
JAPANESE CULTURAL CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		9897591648	$93,368
BRIDGEPORT HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	6190 DIXIE HWY	9897775230	$91,738
SAGINAW COUNTY SPORTS HALL OF FAME	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	500 FEDERAL AVENUE	9899213677	$13,480
VALLEY AERO CLUB	HISTORY MUSEUM			$5,729
ANTIQUE TOY AND FIREHOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
CATHOLIC HERITAGE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9897997910
CHILDREN'S ZOO AT CELEBRATION SQUARE	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION	1730 SOUTH WASHINGTON AVENUE	9897591408
GALLERIA	GENERAL MUSEUM		9896869000
MARSHALL M. FREDERICKS SCULPTURE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9899647125
MICHIGAN HISTORICAL HOMES PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
ROUND ISLAND LIGHTHOUSE PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SAGINAW RAILWAY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9897907994
SAGINAW RIVER MARINE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9896847943
SAGINAW VALLEY AIR MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9899644000
SAGINAW VALLEY HISTORIC PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SAGINAW VALLEY RAILROAD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	900 MAPLE ST	9897907994
TITTABAWASSEE TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9896954040
TROMBLEY HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9898929431

Libraries in Bay City

Name	Address	Annual Visits
PUBLIC LIBRARIES OF SAGINAW	505 JANES AVENUE	567,530
BAY COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM	500 CENTER AVENUE	399,824
BRIDGEPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY	3399 WILLIAMSON ROAD	80,000
THOMAS TOWNSHIP LIBRARY	8207 SHIELDS DRIVE	33,200
REESE UNITY DISTRICT LIBRARY	2065 GATES STREET	24,000

Farmers Markets in Bay City

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Bay County Farmers Market	105 Adams St
City Market	401 Center Avenue Suite 100	06/07/2017 to	Tue: 10:00 AM-7:00 PM;Wed: 10:00 AM-7:00 PM;Thu: 10:00 AM-7:00 PM;Fri: 10:00 AM-7:00 PM;Sat: 10:00 A	Yes	Visit
Downtown Bay City Farmers Market	318 Sixth St	06/04/2015 to 10/22/2015	Thu: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM;		Visit
Downtown Saginaw Farmers' Market, Inc.	507 S. Washington Avenue (M-13)	05/27/2016 to 10/31/2016	Mon: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM;Wed: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM;Fri: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Frankenmuth Farmers Market	534 North Main Street	05/11/2019 to 10/19/2019	Wed: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;		Visit

Breweries in Bay City

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Sunrise Pedal Trolley	Brewery Tours, Bike Tours, Bar, Club & Pub Tours, Outdoor Activities, Nightlife, Food & Drink, Tours	401 Washington Ave	9893919028, 9898917700	Visit

Nursing Homes in Bay City

4 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
BAY SHORES SENIOR CARE AND REHAB CENTER 3254 E MIDLAND RD	For profit - Individual	126	117	5/5	—	2/5	5/5	9896863770
HEARTLAND HEALTH CARE CENTER-HAMPTON 800 MULHOLLAND RD	For profit - Corporation	51	42	3/5	—	3/5	2/5	9898958539
THE CARRIAGE HOUSE OF BAY CITY 2394 MIDLAND RD	For profit - Corporation	151	124	3/5	—	4/5	3/5	9896842303
CARETEL INNS OF TRI-CITIES 6700 WESTSIDE SAGINAW ROAD	For profit - Individual	60	38	1/5	—	3/5	2/5	9896679800

Pharmacies in Bay City

18 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
KMART	4001 NORTH EUCLID AVENUE	989-686-6820
KROGER	945 NORTH EUCLID AVENUE	989-686-3592
MAPLEWOOD PHARMACY	920 NORTH JOHNSON STREET	989-892-4531
MCLAREN HOME MEDICAL - BAY CITY	3140 WEST CAMPUS DRIVE	989-667-2324
MCLAREN PHARMACY	200 SOUTH WENONA STREET	989-892-2561
MCLAREN PHARMACY - BAY REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER	1900 COLUMBUS AVENUE	989-894-3744
MCLAREN PHARMACY - WEST SIDE MEDICAL MALL	4175 NORTH EUCLID AVENUE	989-667-2940
MEIJER	595 NORTH PINE ROAD	989-891-1564
MEIJER	2980 EAST WILDER ROAD	989-667-9564
MONITOR PHARMACY INCORPORATED	2981 MIDLAND ROAD	989-684-2343
RITE AID - 1576	901 WEST MIDLAND STREET	989-684-9370
RITE AID - 1740	500 LAFAYETTE AVENUE	989-892-5300
RITE AID - 4357	3880 WILDER ROAD	989-686-5800
SOUTHSIDE PHARMACY	1002 LAFAYETTE AVENUE	989-891-9999
TARGET	4135 WILDER ROAD	989-686-5143
TRI-CITY APOTHECARY	3720 KATALIN COURT	989-667-9170
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1752	3921 WILDER ROAD	989-684-1887
WALGREENS - 5167	416 SOUTH EUCLID AVENUE	989-671-0468

EV Charging Stations in Bay City

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Meijer - Tesla Supercharger	2980 E Wilder Rd	Tesla		8	TESLA	public
Meijer Bay City (Bay City, MI)	2980 Wilder Rd	Electrify America		4	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
Hagen Ford	3980 North Euclid Avenue	Blink Network		2	J1772COMBO	public
Bay City - Delta College Planetarium	100 Center Ave	Non-Networked			NEMA1450	public
Bay City - State Recreation Area	3582 State Park Dr	Non-Networked	1		J1772	public
Bay City - Water St Parking Lot	923 N Water St	Non-Networked			NEMA1450	public
Graff Chevrolet	3636 Wilder Rd	Non-Networked	1		J1772	public
Showcase Mitsubishi	1242 S Euclid Ave	Non-Networked	3		J1772	public
Thelen Audi Volkswagen Mazda	1112 N Euclid Ave	Non-Networked	2		J1772	public
Thelen Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram	4191 N Euclid Ave	Non-Networked	2		J1772	private

Cell Towers in Bay City

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
Delta Road 5.5 miles SW of Bay City	TOWER	150
Delta Road 5.5 miles SW of Bay City	TOWER	150
Essexville"Y" Cell Site 1 So Tuscola Road	TOWER	88
(M-25 site) 96 W. Ridge Road	TOWER	79
(M-25 site) 96 W. Ridge Road	TOWER	79
1260 N SEVEN MILE RD	TOWER	79
1260 N SEVEN MILE RD	TOWER	79
2724 South Reese Road (94882)	LTOWER	75
2724 South Reese Road (94882)	LTOWER	75

Fire Stations in Bay City

Name	Address	Type	Phone
Bangor Township Fire Department	180 State Park DR	Mostly career	989-684-8504
Bay City Department of Public Safety	1401 Center AVE	Career	989-892-8601
Frankenlust Township Fire Department	2401 Delta RD	Volunteer	989-686-5300
Monitor Township Fire Department	2483 Midland RD	Mostly volunteer	989-684-6320
Portsmouth Township Fire Department	1711 W Cass Avenue RD	Volunteer	989-892-0642

Power Plants Near Bay City

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
WATER STREET STATION	NATURAL GAS INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE	221112	-83.9	OP
HENRY STATION	NATURAL GAS INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE	221112	-83.9	OP

Bridges in Bay City

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	114	57,600	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	114	57,600	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1957	246	30,724	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1938	508	25,874	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1976	209	25,340	G
Movable (Bascule)	Steel	1958	854	23,441	F
Movable (Bascule)	Steel	1976	1,211	21,832	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete	2009	61	19,900	G
Movable (Bascule)	Steel	1987	2,345	19,300	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	139	18,568	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	139	18,568	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2001	76	18,568	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2001	76	18,568	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1931	110	17,442	F
Movable (Bascule)	Steel	1938	508	16,380	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2015	211	12,500	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2015	211	12,500	G
Culvert	Concrete	2009	22	11,860	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2009	193	11,860	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2009	193	11,860	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1967	169	11,225	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1968	150	11,225	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1968	160	11,225	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1968	150	11,225	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1968	189	11,225	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1968	189	11,225	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2003	194	9,810	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete	2010	310	6,816	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1968	317	6,620	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1961	212	6,349	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1935	135	5,842	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	212	5,197	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1958	217	4,626	G
Girder/Floorbeam	Concrete	1928	60	3,404	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1961	182	2,966	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1962	138	2,429	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	203	2,376	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1991	150	1,285	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1961	208	1,045	F
Other	Wood or Timber	1972	30	796	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1959	145	784	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1930	60	438	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2005	68	420	G
Slab	Wood or Timber	1971	53	393	F
Culvert	Concrete	1980	24	50	G

Correctional Facilities in Bay City

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
BAY COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT CENTER	503 3RD ST	COUNTY	158	220	OPEN
PARMENTER COMMUNITY JUSTICE CENTER	706 5TH STREET	LOCAL	12	13	NOT AVAILABLE

Amtrak Stations in Bay City

2 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Bay City, MI	1124 Washington Avenue	BUS
Saginaw, MI	511 Johnson Street	BUS

Superfund Sites Near Bay City

11 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
GENERAL MOTORS - BAY CITY PLANT	100 FITZGERALD ST.	BAY
GENERAL MOTORS CORP.	SAGINAW DIV.	SAGINAW
GENERAL MOTORS CORP.	SAGINAW DIV.	SAGINAW
GENERAL MOTORS POWETRAIN	1629 N WASHINGTON AVE	SAGINAW
GENERAL MOTORS POWETRAIN	1629 N WASHINGTON AVE	SAGINAW
GM POWER TRAIN SAGINAW MALLEABLE IRON	77 W CENTER ST	SAGINAW
LEAR CORPORATION	5300 SOUTH MACKINAW ROAD	BAY
PLASTATECH ENGINEERING LTD	725 MORLEY DR	SAGINAW
QUANTUM COMPOSITES INC.	1310 SOUTH VALLEY CENTER DRIVE	BAY
REAL ALLOY SPECIFICATION, LLC	2600 NODULAR DR	SAGINAW
TUSCARORA PLASTICS INCORPORATED	3460 BAY ROAD	SAGINAW

Airports Near Bay City

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Bishop International Airport	FNT	Medium Airport
MBS International Airport	MBS	Medium Airport
Alkay Airport	—	Small Airport
Archer Memorial Field	—	Small Airport
Barnstormers 5 Airport	—	Small Airport
Bauer Field	—	Small Airport
Cedarville Airport	—	Small Airport
Crompton's Private Strip	—	Small Airport
Dalton Airport	—	Small Airport
Dennis Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Dupont-Lapeer Airport	—	Small Airport
Earl's Spray Services Airport	—	Small Airport
Ernie's Field Airport	—	Small Airport
Fancy Field	—	Small Airport
Gladwin Zettel Memorial Airport	GDW	Small Airport
Glowacki Airport	—	Small Airport
Grass Roots STOLport	—	Small Airport
Gross Airport	—	Small Airport
Handleman Sky Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Howard Airfield	—	Small Airport
Howard Nixon Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Iosco County Airport	ECA	Small Airport
Jack Barstow Airport	—	Small Airport
James Clements Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Jensen Field	—	Small Airport
John's Airport	—	Small Airport
Letts Field	—	Small Airport
Maple Grove Airpark	—	Small Airport
McKimmy Field	—	Small Airport
Miller Field	—	Small Airport
Millers Landing	—	Small Airport
Millstream Airpark	—	Small Airport
Owosso Community Airport	—	Small Airport
Saginaw County H.W. Browne Airport	—	Small Airport
Schiffer Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Sebewaing Township Airport	—	Small Airport
Shady Lane Airport	—	Small Airport
Shady Lawn Field	—	Small Airport
Somers Lane Airport	—	Small Airport
Sugar Springs Airpark	—	Small Airport
The Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Tkaczyk Field	—	Small Airport
Tripp Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Tuscola Area Airport	TZC	Small Airport
University Airpark	—	Small Airport
Vassar Field	—	Small Airport
Waite Field	—	Small Airport
West Branch Community Airport	WBK	Small Airport
Wightman Airport	—	Small Airport
William Tiny Zehnder Field	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Bay City

4 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Bay City Police Department
Saginaw Township Police Department
Thomas Township Public Safety Building
University Police and Parking Services

Grocery Stores in Bay City

70 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
7 ELEVEN 36944A	Convenience Store	1915 S Euclid Ave
7-eleven 36915-A	Convenience Store	4300 Wilder Rd
7-eleven 36942-A	Convenience Store	801 N Henry St
7-eleven Inc. Store # 36912b	Convenience Store	1500 Columbus Ave
7-eleven Store 36905b	Convenience Store	900 Cass Ave
7-eleven Store 36913b	Convenience Store	3543 Old Kawkawlin Rd
7-eleven Store 36922b	Convenience Store	1510 Kosciuszko Ave
Admiral 5795	Convenience Store	314 S Euclid Ave
ALDI 67058 67058	Supermarket	4101 N Euclid Ave
Ayham Mini Mart Llc	Convenience Store	3895 Wilder Rd
Bay City Liquor	Convenience Store	2015 Columbus Ave
Betty's Party Store	Convenience Store	434 State Park Dr
Blue Knight Vending	Grocery Store	3286 S Huron Rd
Brissette's 6-twelveinc.	Convenience Store	717 N Henry St
Cass Ave Party Store	Convenience Store	1500 Cass Ave
CVS Pharmacy 10626	Other	101 N Euclid Ave
DOLLAR GENERAL 6229	Other	2635 Broadway St
Dollar General 16614	Other	1400 S Euclid Ave
Dollar General 17485	Other	2425 E Beaver Rd
Dollar General 19728	Other	1601 Woodside Ave
Dollar General 23010	Other	6449 W Saginaw Rd
Dollar General 31244	Other	901 W Midland St
Dollar General 9341	Other	901 Lafayette Ave
Dollar Tree 562	Other	3900 State Street Rd
DOLLARTREE 10829	Other	500 Lafayette Ave
DOLLARTREE 9342	Other	4081 N Euclid Ave
Dore Stores Inc - #13 M84 13	Convenience Store	6183 Westside Saginaw Rd
Dores Stores 18	Convenience Store	2515 S Huron Rd
Dores Stores Inc. #5 15	Convenience Store	510 N Tuscola Rd
Family Dollar 10852	Other	950 N Euclid Ave
Family Dollar 3686	Other	910 Lafayette Ave
Forward Bay City Shell 131	Convenience Store	6180 Westside Saginaw Rd
Gordon Food Service Store MP014	Supermarket	3730 Wilder Rd
Henry Gas 1	Convenience Store	921 N Henry St
High Quality Meats & Sausage	Grocery Store	4373 Wilder Rd
Ideal Party Store - West	Convenience Store	401 Salzburg Ave
Ideal Party Store Inc.	Convenience Store	908 N Johnson St
J & K Bay City	Other	362 State Park Dr
JACK'S FRUIT MARKET INC.	Super Store	1000 Salzburg Ave
Jan's Party Store	Convenience Store	603 Garfield Ave
Kader's Party Store	Convenience Store	319 Marquette St
KFC G135746	Restaurant Meals Program	6362 3 Mile Rd
KROGER STORE 424	Super Store	945 N Euclid Ave
Liberty Food & Liquor	Convenience Store	1020 N Madison Ave
M-84 Quick Stop Inc	Convenience Store	302 Lafayette Ave
Meijer Gas Station 48	Convenience Store	2980 Wilder Rd
Meijer Inc 048	Super Store	2980 Wilder Rd
Old Town Party Store	Convenience Store	204 S Henry St
Pat Besons Supermarket	Grocery Store	1480 S Huron Rd
Rebel 892	Convenience Store	1223 Broadway St
Riverview Party Store	Convenience Store	3885 Kawkawlin River Dr
Save-a-lot 45038	Supermarket	904 Lafayette Ave
South Side Market	Convenience Store	1700 Cass Avenue Rd
Speedway 3626	Convenience Store	6303 West Saginaw
Speedway 8713	Convenience Store	740 N Euclid Ave
Speedway 8716	Convenience Store	3780 Wilder Rd
Speedway 8781	Convenience Store	106 S Huron Rd
Subway U303	Restaurant Meals Program	3921 Wilder Rd
Subway U306	Restaurant Meals Program	904 N Euclid Ave
Subway U429	Restaurant Meals Program	1006 Lafayette Ave
SUNRISE STORES LLC 62	Convenience Store	1100 S Euclid Ave
SUNRISE STORES LLC 63	Convenience Store	3790 N Euclid Ave
SUNRISE STORES LLC 64	Convenience Store	3950 Wilder Rd
Taco Bell #018677	Restaurant Meals Program	1004 N Euclid Ave
The Kawkawlin Party Store	Convenience Store	105 W Grove St
The Meat Shop	Specialty Store	1600 Kosciuszko Ave
Uptown Marathon	Convenience Store	322 Garfield Ave
WALGREENS 5167	Other	416 S Euclid Ave
Walmart STORE 1752	Super Store	3921 Wilder Rd
Wilder Party Store	Convenience Store	2951 Wilder Rd

Treatment Centers in Bay City

11 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Aleda E Lutz VAMC - HCC Annex	Both	989-497-2500
Aleda E Lutz VAMC - Main Facility	Both	989-497-2500
Bay Regional Medical Center - Mclaren Bay Region	Mental Health	989-894-3910
Catholic Family Service	Both	989-753-8446
DOT Caring Centers Inc	Substance Abuse	989-790-3366
List Psychological Services PLC	Both	989-790-3130
List Psychological Services PLC	Both	989-684-7977
Pathways Chemical Dependency Services - HealthSource Saginaw Inc	Substance Abuse	989-790-7700
Saginaw County CMH Authority	Both	989-797-3400
Saginaw Odyssey House Inc - Outpatient Services	Substance Abuse	989-401-5430
Victory Clinical Services IV	Substance Abuse	989-752-7867

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bay City

59 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ALL SAINTS PARISH OF BAY CITY	710 COLUMBUS AVE
ANGLICAN CHURCH OF AMERICA	411 S ALP ST
APOSTOLIC LIFE CHURCH INC	2910 S JEFFERSON ST
BAY AREA CATHOLIC SCHOOLS	217 S MONROE ST
BAY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCH	701 N JEFFERSON ST
BAY CITY FAITH CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	1103 N HENRY ST
BAY CITY FIRST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	901 MURPHY CT
BETHEL LUTHERAN CHURCH	749 N PINE ST RD
CALVARY WORSHIP CENTER	3492 BANGOR RD
CORPUS CHRISTI PARISH OF BAY CITY	1008 S WENONA ST
DESTINY CHURCH INTERNATIONAL	PO BOX 188
DOMINION LIFE MINISTRIES CHURCH OF GOD	401 E JENNY ST
EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF BAY CITY MICHIGAN	604 S WOODBRIDGE ST
FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH	3033 WILDER RD
FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF BAY CITY	900 SIXTH ST
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	805 CENTER AVE
FIRST SPIRITUAL CHURCH OF BAY CITY	906 N CHILSON ST
FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	4267 2 MILE RD
FOUNDATION FOR GLOBAL MISSIONS	7118 MICHIGAN RD
FREE SPIRIT MINISTRIES	3315 CATALINA DR
GRACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BAY CITY	4267 2 MILE RD
GREAT LAKES DREAM CENTER	1201 GARFIELD AVE
GREATER BIBLE WAY TEMPLE OF THE APOSTOLIC FAITH	301 N MADISON AVE
HOLY TRINITY PARISH	1008 S WENONA ST
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH OF BAY CITY MICHIGAN	300 N SHERIDAN ST
LEADERS FOR CHRIST	2535 WILDER RD
LUTHERAN CHILD & FAMILY SERVICE AUXILIARY - BAY CHAPTER	408 COLUMBUS AVE
MAZI CHURCH	5098 OAKHURST CT
MID-MICHIGAN GOSPEL MUSIC ASSOCIATION	4640 FOX POINTE DR APT 429
MIRACLE SOLDIER INC	3083 COVENTRY DR
MT OLIVE LUTHERAN CHURCH	602 SIDNEY ST
NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH	3115 CREEKWOOD CIR
NEW LIFE MISSIONARY CHURCH	3121 E NORTH UNION RD
NORTH EUCLID AVENUE CHURCH OF GOD	3430 N EUCLID AVE
ORTHODOX CATHOLIC CHURCH	PO BOX 685
OUR LADY OF CZESTOCHOWA PARISH OF BAY CITY	1503 KOSCIUSZKO AVE
OUR LADY OF PEACE PARISH OF BAY CITY	607 E SOUTH UNION ST
RADIANT CHURCH OF BAY CITY INC	PO BOX 751
RESURRECTION LIFE CHURCH	3270 BOMAN RD
SAINT CATHERINE OF SIENA PARISH OF BAY CITY	2956 E NORTH UNION RD
SAINT JOHN EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH OF AMELITH	1664 AMELITH RD
SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH	1770 W YOUNGS DITCH RD
SHALOM ASSEMBLY OF GOD	304 S DEAN ST
ST BONIFACE PARISH	510 N LINCOLN ST
ST JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH	706 W JANE ST
ST MARY PARISH	607 E SOUTH UNION ST
ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH	6100 WESTSIDE SAGINAW RD
TEMPLE BETH ISRAEL	2300 CENTER AVE
TEMPLE THEATRE ORGAN CLUB	2336 W GERMAN RD
TRI CITY HMONG ALLIANCE CHURCH	PO BOX 1834
TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH	1010 33RD ST
TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH	20 E SALZBURG RD
TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH	1010 33RD ST
VALLEY CHURCH OF CHRIST	4685 ORCHARD MANOR BLVD APT 3
VICARIATE IV CATHOLIC DIOCESE	3088 W BIRCH DR
VICTORY LIFE WORSHIP CENTER	512 GERMANIA ST
WESTMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	103 E MIDLAND ST
ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH	510 W IVY ST
ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH RELIGIOUS AND CHARITABLE TRUST	510 W IVY ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bay City

What is the population of Bay City?

Bay City has a population of 32,445 residents and is located in Michigan. The population density is 3,190 people per square mile, spread across 11.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.7 years. The population is 52.2% female and 47.8% male.

Is Bay City expensive to live in?

Bay City has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 96.2 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $47,904, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $89,900 (68% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $739 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Bay City safe?

Public safety is a concern in Bay City, with a violent crime rate of 826 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,994 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Bay City receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Bay City?

Bay City has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 37.

How is the job market in Bay City?

Bay City has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,050. There are 2,117 business establishments in the area, including 211 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 6.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bay City?

The median home value in Bay City is $89,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $119,103. For renters, the median monthly rent is $739. Fair market rent is $814 for a 1-bedroom and $1,030 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 68.5%. The average annual property tax is $4,313.

How are the schools in Bay City?

Schools in Bay City score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 18.2% of adults in Bay City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. 4.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Bay City?

The obesity rate in Bay City is 40.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.9% of adults are smokers. 28.5% are physically inactive. 29.1% of residents report depression. 9.5% lack health insurance. 77.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,239.

What is transportation like in Bay City?

The average commute in Bay City is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bay City?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bay City is 86.5% White, 2.7% Black or African American, 2.3% Hispanic or Latino. 97.1% of residents speak only English at home. 7.5% of the population are military veterans. 19.4% of residents have a disability. 93.3% have health insurance coverage.

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