Bay Minette, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Baldwin County County
Bay Minette, AL
At a Glance
How Bay Minette Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bay Minette's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bay Minette a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bay Minette residents earn a median household income of $39,737 , which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,911. The unemployment rate stands at 7.0% (94% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 22.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 8,757 business establishments, including 648 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bay Minette is $146,500 , 48% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $213,771. Median rent is $767/month, with 34.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1976.
Safety & Crime
Bay Minette reports 414 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 9% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,632/100K.
Education
12.7% of adults in Bay Minette hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below the national average). 80.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bay Minette has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 71.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.