Home Value $440,700

56% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 64.1%

90% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 31.7%

1% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 6.5%

47% lower than US avg

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

People

Population153

Median Age68.7 yrs

Density403/mi²

Male / Female44% / 56%

Largest GroupWhite 90%

Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$100,658

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty6.5%

County GDP$2,559M

Commute12 min

Housing

Home Value$440,700

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units553

Rent Burden24.1%

Health

Obesity31.7%

Uninsured5.4%

Smoking11.4%

Depression26.1%

Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain36.6 in/yr

Sunny Days270/yr

Elevation605 ft (184 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+64.1%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+43.9%

School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%

Commute12 min

Broadband89.0%

Libraries5

Is Bay View a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bay View receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Bay View stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bay View is $440,700, making it a premium housing market at 56% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

Bay View is a highly educated community — 64.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Bay View has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches, including 120.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Bay View has a population of 153 with a density of 403 people per square mile. The median age is 68.7 years, 77% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.2%), with 9.8% Hispanic.

Population

153

Total Population

403

People / sq mi

68.7yrs

Median Age

77% above US avg

0.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.8%

Female 56.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bay View 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 View vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bay View is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Bay View vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$100,658
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,066
IRS Avg AGI	$92,368

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	6.5%
	47% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,558
County GDP	$2,559M

Business (County)

Restaurants	145
Healthcare	188
Retail	248
Manufacturing	59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$10,226
	192% above US avg
Cost of Living	96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	12.0 min
Drive Alone	26.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	73.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Bay View is $440,700, 56% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$440,700
	56% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	24.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	74.5%
Housing Units	553
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$10,226
	192% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.32%

In Bay View, 31.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.4% of residents lack health insurance. 11.4% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 17.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	31.7%
	1% below US avg
Diabetes	8.1%
Heart Disease	5.0%
High Blood Pressure	29.2%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	5.3%
Cancer	7.9%
Stroke	2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	11.4%
	19% below US avg
Binge Drinking	19.9%
Physical Inactivity	17.8%
Depression	26.1%
Mental Distress	16.8%
Physical Distress	10.9%
Short Sleep	31.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	5.4%
	37% below US avg
Checkup Rate	78.1%
Dental Visits	69.0%
Premature Death	6,730/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.8/10
Exercise Access	76.6%
Healthcare Facilities	188

Bay View has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.6 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)

Annual Average	43.6°F
	19% below US avg
January Average	19°F (-7°C)
July Average	67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days	270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	36.6 inches
	4% below US avg
Snowfall	120.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	605 ft (184 m)
Area	0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density	403/sq mi
Coordinates	45.3858°N, 84.9292°W
Timezone	America/Detroit
County FIPS	26047

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 64.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10.8-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.6%

D 43.8%

Winner: Republican by 10.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	64.1%
	90% above US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	43.9%
School Test Score	5.23

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density	403/sq mi
Total Area	0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	89.0%
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	188
Restaurants	145
Retail Stores	248

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	12.0 min
Drive Alone	26.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	73.3%

Bay View, MI

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Bay View a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Bay View vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Bay View vs U.S. Average

Income: Bay View vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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