Bay Port, MI

Michigan

Bay Port is a small town in Michigan with a population of 558. Residents earn $50,313 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
558 Population 167/sq mi density
$50,313 Median Income $27,853 per capita
$119,200 Home Value $135,510 Zillow
$675 Median Rent 33.9% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$50,313 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$119,200 home value, $675/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,313
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $119,200
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.4%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.5%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population558
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density167/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans5.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,313
Per Capita$27,853
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty8.5%
County GDP$1,769M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$119,200
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$135,510
Housing Units333
Rent Burden33.9%

Health

Obesity38.3%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking16.9%
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation594 ft (181 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.4%
High School+92.1%
Graduate+4.2%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute24 min
Broadband73.9%
Libraries10

Is Bay Port a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bay Port receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Bay Port offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bay Port is $50,313, 33% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bay Port is $119,200, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Bay Port has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Bay Port has a population of 558 with a density of 167 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.4%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

558
Total Population
167
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.9%
Female 59.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Bay Port vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.6%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.4%
45% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bay Port vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bay Port is $50,313, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Bay Port vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,313
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,853
Avg Weekly Wage$976
IRS Avg AGI$56,247

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)921
County GDP$1,769M

Business (County)

Restaurants66
Healthcare108
Retail136
Manufacturing51

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,650
4% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Drive Alone83.2%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Bay Port is $119,200, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $135,510.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$119,200
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$135,510

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg
Rent Burden33.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.5%
Housing Units333
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,650
4% above US avg
Effective Rate3.06%
In Bay Port, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 28.7% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression28.7%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep34.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.1%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.4%
Dental Visits68.5%
Premature Death9,016/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access54.7%
Healthcare Facilities108
Bay Port has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.1 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.1 inches
10% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation594 ft (181 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.7 km²)
Population Density167/sq mi
Coordinates43.8371°N, 83.3689°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26157
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43-point margin. 73.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.9%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.4%
78% below US avg
High School+92.1%
Graduate Degree+4.2%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density167/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.9%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities108
Restaurants66
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Drive Alone83.2%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home4.7%

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