Median Income
$63,500
16% lower than US avg
Home Value
$196,200
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
22.1%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.8%
21% lower than US avg
How Dollar Bay Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,070
Median Age31.2 yrs
Density272/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Economy
A
Median Income$63,500
Per Capita$34,893
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$77M
Commute19 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$196,200
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$164,891
Health
Obesity35.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp41°F
AQI38 (Good)
Elevation793 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+22.1%
High School+96.2%
School Score5.23
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute19 min
Is Dollar Bay a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Dollar Bay receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Dollar Bay offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Dollar Bay is $63,500, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Dollar Bay is $196,200, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 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
22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Climate & Weather
Dollar Bay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Dollar Bay has a population of 1,070 with a density of 272 people per square mile. The median age is 31.2 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.7%), with 1.8% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.
Population
31.2yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Dollar Bay vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.2% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.8% |
| 87% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Dollar Bay vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Dollar Bay is $63,500, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income: Dollar Bay vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,500 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,893 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $684 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,299 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.8% |
| 21% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 85 |
| County GDP | $77M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 19 |
| Retail | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,600 |
| 89% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.36% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 18.8 min |
| Work from Home | 5.3% |
The median home value in Dollar Bay is $196,200, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $164,891.
Home Values
| Census Median | $196,200 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $164,891 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $800 |
| 31% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,600 |
| 89% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.36% |
In Dollar Bay, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 19.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Dollar Bay vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.1% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.6% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.9% |
| Depression | 27.1% |
| Mental Distress | 18.1% |
| Physical Distress | 12.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.7% |
| Premature Death | 6,845/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 76.7% |
Crime Rates: Dollar Bay vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Dollar Bay has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
16°F Jan (-9°C)
65°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 40.7°F |
| 25% below US avg |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 793 ft (242 m) |
| Area | 3.9 sq mi (10.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 272/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.1273°N, 88.5070°W |
| County FIPS | 26083 |