Median Income
$87,500
16% higher than US avg
Home Value
$159,800
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
22.2%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,107
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.1%
67% lower than US avg
How Bay View Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population625
Median Age54.9 yrs
Density2,232/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans6.0%
Economy
A
Median Income$87,500
Per Capita$46,095
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty4.1%
County GDP$5,356M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$159,800
Rent$1,107
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$170,076
Rent Burden21.0%
Health
Obesity39.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Elevation579 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+22.2%
High School+89.7%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute20 min
Broadband82.4%
Libraries6
Is Bay View a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bay View receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Bay View 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 View is $87,500, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bay View is $159,800, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,107 per month. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Bay View experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Bay View has a population of 625 with a density of 2,232 people per square mile. The median age is 54.9 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%).
Population
54.9yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.9% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.1% |
| 99% below US avg |
The median household income in Bay View is $87,500, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $87,500 |
| 16% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $46,095 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $961 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,569 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.3% |
| 47% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.1% |
| 67% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,074 |
| County GDP | $5,356M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 278 |
| Healthcare | 223 |
| Retail | 296 |
| Manufacturing | 95 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,868 |
| 68% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.67% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.6% |
The median home value in Bay View is $159,800, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,107 (5% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $170,076.
Home Values
| Census Median | $159,800 |
| 43% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $170,076 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,107 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 21.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,868 |
| 68% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.67% |
In Bay View, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bay View vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.9% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.0% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.0% |
| Depression | 27.5% |
| Mental Distress | 19.9% |
| Physical Distress | 13.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.5% |
| Premature Death | 10,181/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 88.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 223 |
Crime Rates: Bay View vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Bay View has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 52.0°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 34.0 inches |
| 10% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 579 ft (176 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,232/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.4693°N, 82.8242°W |
| County FIPS | 39043 |