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Grand Bay, AL
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Grand Bay, AL
At a Glance
How Grand Bay Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Grand Bay's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Grand Bay a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Grand Bay residents earn a median household income of $62,318 , which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,377. The unemployment rate stands at 3.8% (6% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,762 business establishments, including 293 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Grand Bay is $143,800 , 49% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $211,545. Median rent is $963/month, with 30.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1984.
Safety & Crime
Grand Bay reports 323 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 15% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,439/100K.
Education
20.0% of adults in Grand Bay hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below the national average). 84.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Grand Bay has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 313 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 68.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.