Median Income
$72,538
3% lower than US avg
Home Value
$116,300
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
25.9%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,125
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.4%
24% lower than US avg
How Bay Shore Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population607
Median Age51.3 yrs
Density392/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans2.0%
Economy
A
Median Income$72,538
Per Capita$48,114
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty9.4%
County GDP$855M
Commute17 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$116,300
Rent$1,125
Ownership91.1%
Rent Burden27.5%
Health
Obesity33.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease4.9%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.7 in/yr
Elevation686 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+25.9%
High School+92.6%
School Score5.23
Community
2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute17 min
Broadband87.9%
Libraries5
Is Bay Shore a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bay Shore receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Bay Shore stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bay Shore is $72,538, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bay Shore is $116,300, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Climate & Weather
Bay Shore experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.7 inches, including 100.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Bay Shore has a population of 607 with a density of 392 people per square mile. The median age is 51.3 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.8%), with 3.3% Hispanic.
Population
51.3yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Bay Shore vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Bay Shore vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Bay Shore is $72,538, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.
Income: Bay Shore vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $72,538 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $48,114 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $826 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $79,571 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.4% |
| 24% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 599 |
| County GDP | $855M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 60 |
| Healthcare | 51 |
| Retail | 98 |
| Manufacturing | 41 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,941 |
| 155% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 7.69% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 16.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 54.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.1% |
The median home value in Bay Shore is $116,300, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below US avg). 91.1% of homes are owner-occupied.
Home Values
| Census Median | $116,300 |
| 59% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,125 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 27.5% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 91.1% |
| Owner-Occupied | 91.1% |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,941 |
| 155% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 7.69% |
In Bay Shore, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 18.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bay Shore vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.3% |
| 4% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.0% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.7% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.0% |
| Depression | 27.4% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 11.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.1% |
| Premature Death | 7,259/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 51 |
Crime Rates: Bay Shore vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Bay Shore has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
69°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 45.6°F |
| 16% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 33.7 inches |
| 11% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 100.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 686 ft (209 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 392/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.3608°N, 85.1116°W |
| Timezone | America/Detroit |
| County FIPS | 26009 |