Median Income
$30,500
59% lower than US avg
Home Value
$93,300
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$731
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.3%
25% lower than US avg
How Baywood Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population719
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density225/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans3.0%
Economy
B
Median Income$30,500
Per Capita$21,492
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$420M
Commute14 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$93,300
Rent$731
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden41.8%
Health
Obesity40.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease7.3%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI35 (Good)
Elevation2,571 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+87.9%
School Score5.58
Community
2024 VoteR 76% / D 24%
Commute14 min
Broadband62.5%
Libraries1
Is Baywood a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Baywood receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Baywood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Baywood is $30,500, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Baywood is $93,300, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $731 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Baywood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Baywood has a population of 719 with a density of 225 people per square mile. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.8%).
Population
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Baywood is $30,500, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $30,500 |
| 59% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $21,492 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $810 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,497 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.3% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 339 |
| County GDP | $420M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 26 |
| Healthcare | 34 |
| Retail | 39 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,788 |
| 8% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.06% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 13.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 82.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Baywood is $93,300, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $731 (37% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $93,300 |
| 67% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $731 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 41.8% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,788 |
| 8% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.06% |
In Baywood, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% report depression. 31.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Baywood vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.7% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.1% |
| Heart Disease | 7.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.5% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 9.8% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.4% |
| Depression | 27.6% |
| Mental Distress | 21.2% |
| Physical Distress | 16.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 63.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.2% |
| Premature Death | 8,598/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 64.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 34 |
Crime Rates: Baywood vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Baywood has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
32°F Jan (-0°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 52.1°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,571 ft (784 m) |
| Area | 3.2 sq mi (8.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 225/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.6219°N, 81.0085°W |
| County FIPS | 37005 |