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Upper Grand Lagoon, FL

Florida · Bay County · Panama City-Panama City Beach Metro

Upper Grand Lagoon is a small city in Florida with a population of 17,162. Residents earn $73,438 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
17,162 Population 2,116/sq mi density
$73,438 Median Income $47,671 per capita
$351,400 Home Value $278,596 Zillow
$1,570 Median Rent 34.0% income on rent
70°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
922 Violent Crime/100K 6,937 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$73,438 median income, 2.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$351,400 home value, $1,570/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
922 violent crimes/100K (143% above avg)
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $73,438
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $351,400
25% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 922/100K
143% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.3%
20% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,570
35% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

How Upper Grand Lagoon Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population17,162
Median Age45.8 yrs
Density2,116/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans15.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$73,438
Per Capita$47,671
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$13,467M
Commute21 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$351,400
Rent$1,570
Ownership68.7%
Zillow$278,596
Housing Units9,302
Rent Burden34.0%

Crime

F
Violent922/100K
Property6,937/100K

Health

Obesity30.2%
Uninsured9.7%
Smoking11.4%
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation8 ft (2 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.3%
High School+97.7%
Graduate+13.0%
School Score5.78

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute21 min
Broadband94.1%
EV Stations18
Libraries4

Is Upper Grand Lagoon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Upper Grand Lagoon receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Upper Grand Lagoon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Upper Grand Lagoon is $73,438, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Upper Grand Lagoon is $351,400, 25% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,570 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 922 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,937 per 100,000, 254% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Upper Grand Lagoon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Upper Grand Lagoon has a population of 17,162 with a density of 2,116 people per square mile, spread across 15.9 square miles. The median age is 45.8 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. The city is predominantly White (81.2%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 4.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 86.2% of residents, while 13.8% speak Spanish. 15.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 16.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

17,162
Total Population
2,116
People / sq mi
45.8yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
15.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Upper Grand Lagoon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 86.2%
10% above US avg
Spanish 13.8%
3% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Upper Grand Lagoon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Upper Grand Lagoon is $73,438, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,671 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,027, 28% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 6,848 business establishments, including 563 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.4, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 10.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Upper Grand Lagoon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,438
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,671
Avg Weekly Wage$1,027
IRS Avg AGI$74,882
Gini Index0.441 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,848
County GDP$13,467M

Business (County)

Restaurants563
Healthcare574
Retail812
Manufacturing108

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,234
50% above US avg
Cost of Living103.40 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Drive Alone78.5%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home10.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Upper Grand Lagoon is $351,400, 25% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $278,596, lower than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 94% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,570 (35% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,296 for a one-bedroom to $1,526 for a two-bedroom apartment. 68.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 9,302 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1995. The average annual property tax is $5,234 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 34.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$351,400
25% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$278,596
Median List Price$400,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$400,000
$/Sq Ft$209
Homes Sold26
Sale-to-List Ratio94.0%
Price Drops22.0%
Inventory245

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,570
35% above US avg
Rent Burden34.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,212
1 Bedroom$1,296
2 Bedrooms$1,526
3 Bedrooms$1,971
4 Bedrooms$2,261

Ownership & Property

Homeownership68.7%
Owner-Occupied68.7%
Renter-Occupied31.3%
Housing Units9,302
Median Year Built1995

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,234
50% above US avg
Effective Rate1.49%
In Upper Grand Lagoon, 30.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.1% of residents. 30.5% have high blood pressure. 11.4% are current smokers. 19.5% report binge drinking. 19.1% are physically inactive, below the national average. 21.1% report depression. 17.2% experience frequent mental distress. 9.7% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,739. The dentist ratio is 1:1,698. 69.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.4 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-25)

PM2.5
7.2
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
9.8
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
1.3
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
60.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.5
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
113.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Upper Grand Lagoon vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.4%
19% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity19.1%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.7%
Short Sleep36.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.5%
Uninsured9.7%
13% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,739
Dentists1:1,698
Mental Health1:357
Checkup Rate74.3%
Dental Visits66.8%
Premature Death11,538/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access69.4%
Healthcare Facilities574
Upper Grand Lagoon has a violent crime rate of 922 per 100,000 residents, 143% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 6,937 per 100,000, 254% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 46 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 182 federally declared disasters. Overall, Upper Grand Lagoon receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Upper Grand Lagoon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent921.9/100K
143% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property6,937.4/100K
254% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Upper Grand Lagoon enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 8 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average69.7°F
29% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8 ft (2 m)
Area15.9 sq mi (41.2 km²)
Population Density2,116/sq mi
Coordinates30.1756°N, 85.7530°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyBay County County
Nearest AirportNorthwest Florida Beaches International (ECP)
13 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Wettest Month (Jul) 8.31"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.46"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0405 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score94.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability30.9 / 100
Community Resilience29.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Very High
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Very High
Drought Very Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Relatively Moderate
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Hurricane History

16 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Helene (2024, Cat 4).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Helene Category 4 199 km
2024 Debby Category 1 215 km
2023 Idalia Category 4 200 km
2020 Sally Category 2 172 km
2018 Michael Category 5 31 km
2016 Hermine Category 1 149 km
2005 Dennis Category 4 115 km
2004 Ivan Category 4 205 km
1998 Earl Category 2 10 km
1998 Georges Category 2 282 km
1997 Danny Category 1 208 km
1995 Opal Category 4 130 km
1995 Erin Category 2 87 km
1995 Allison Category 1 288 km
1985 Elena Category 3 87 km
1985 Kate Category 3 39 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

416 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 18 fatalities, 334 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jan 9, 2024 EF3 4 km 0
Mar 31, 2022 EF3 56 km 2
Dec 10, 1967 EF3 64 km 0
Dec 10, 1967 EF3 21 km 1
Dec 25, 1964 EF3 83 km 0
Jan 9, 2024 EF2 13 km 0
Jan 9, 2024 EF2 78 km 0
Jan 9, 2024 EF2 16 km 0
Jan 9, 2024 EF2 79 km 1
Apr 27, 2023 EF2 93 km 0
Jan 22, 2023 EF2 60 km 0
Mar 18, 2022 EF2 4 km 0
Apr 10, 2021 EF2 17 km 0
Apr 23, 2020 EF2 63 km 0
Nov 17, 2014 EF2 70 km 0
Sep 15, 2004 EF2 82 km 0
Sep 15, 2004 EF2 77 km 4
Mar 20, 2003 EF2 89 km 0
Mar 15, 2001 EF2 51 km 1
Mar 15, 2001 EF2 50 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BERTHA SWAMP RD (23,036 ac, 2022).

Year Name Acres Distance
2022 BERTHA SWAMP RD 23,036 38 km
2005 UNNAMED 11,539 92 km
2009 UNNAMED 11,445 86 km
2021 BU 83/84/85 10,582 92 km
2009 UNNAMED 10,132 93 km
2018 UNNAMED 8,688 92 km
2011 UNNAMED 8,424 80 km
2014 BURN UNIT 057 8,381 92 km
2018 UNNAMED 8,237 92 km
2009 UNNAMED 8,120 93 km
2013 UNNAMED 8,012 81 km
2009 UNNAMED 7,968 73 km
2009 UNNAMED 7,683 85 km
2020 VILAS 7,663 87 km
2008 UNNAMED 7,660 85 km
1998 UNNAMED 7,619 93 km
2018 FIREBREAK 56 (23) 7,530 52 km
2010 UNNAMED 7,430 89 km
2024 ANF BU 86 RX 0424 7,423 99 km
1999 UNNAMED 7,415 81 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 5.0 in
February 54°F (12°C) 4.9 in Coldest
March 60°F (16°C) 5.7 in
April 66°F (19°C) 3.5 in Driest
May 73°F (23°C) 4.1 in
June 79°F (26°C) 6.5 in
July 83°F (28°C) 8.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 7.7 in
September 79°F (26°C) 6.2 in
October 70°F (21°C) 3.6 in
November 61°F (16°C) 3.8 in
December 55°F (13°C) 4.3 in

Upper Grand Lagoon has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 54°F in February to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 63.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.3") and April the driest (3.5").

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Upper Grand Lagoon is located in Bay County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 40.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 20% above the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. 13.0% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 73.1% of the vote, a 47.4-point margin. 94.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 18 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 574 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 78.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.1%
D 25.8%

Winner: Republican by 47.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.3%
20% above US avg
High School+97.7%
Graduate Degree+13.0%
School Test Score5.78
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density2,116/sq mi
Total Area15.9 sq mi
CountyBay County County

Services

Broadband Access94.1%
Avg Download Speed240.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed27.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations18
Alt Fuel Stations20
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities574
Restaurants563
Retail Stores812

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Drive Alone78.5%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home10.4%
Average costs for common services in Upper Grand Lagoon. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $259 ($155–$414)
Specialist Visit $362 ($207–$569)
Urgent Care Visit $207 ($103–$362)
Emergency Room Visit $2,275 ($827–$5,170)
Dental Cleaning $134 ($78–$207)
Dental Filling $259 ($155–$414)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $47 ($26–$78)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $78 ($52–$124)
Brake Pad Replacement $310 ($155–$517)
Tire Rotation $41 ($21–$78)
New Tires (Set of 4) $620 ($414–$1,034)
Battery Replacement $207 ($103–$362)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $103 ($62–$155)
Electrician (Per Hour) $93 ($52–$145)
HVAC Repair $414 ($155–$827)
HVAC System Install $7,238 ($4,136–$12,408)
Roof Repair $1,034 ($414–$2,068)
Roof Replacement $9,306 ($5,687–$15,510)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,551 ($517–$3,619)
Divorce (Contested) $15,510 ($5,170–$31,020)
DUI Defense $5,170 ($2,068–$10,340)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,551 ($827–$3,102)
Will Preparation $517 ($207–$1,034)
Trust Preparation $2,585 ($1,034–$5,170)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $26 ($16–$47)
Women's Haircut $57 ($31–$103)
Hair Coloring (Full) $155 ($78–$259)
Manicure $26 ($16–$47)
Pedicure $41 ($26–$67)
Massage (1 Hour) $83 ($52–$134)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.24 ($3.10–$5.69)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.62 ($2.59–$5.17)
Loaf of Bread $3.93 ($2.59–$5.69)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.65 ($3.10–$6.72)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.69 ($4.14–$7.76)
Rice (per lb) $1.03 ($0.62–$1.86)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $145 ($83–$259)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $72 ($31–$155)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $72 ($41–$124)
Internet (Monthly) $72 ($41–$103)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $67 ($31–$103)
Cable TV (Monthly) $88 ($52–$155)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $207 ($78–$517)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,068 ($1,241–$3,619)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $72 ($31–$134)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $16 ($8.27–$26)
Car Registration (Annual) $103 ($31–$259)
Driver's License Renewal $31 ($16–$78)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,241 ($620–$2,585)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,034 ($517–$2,068)
After-School Care (Monthly) $414 ($207–$724)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $52 ($26–$103)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,034 ($414–$2,585)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,925 ($5,170–$31,020)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $62 ($31–$103)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $103 ($52–$207)
Dog Grooming $62 ($31–$103)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $41 ($21–$78)
Dog Spay/Neuter $310 ($155–$517)
Cat Spay/Neuter $207 ($103–$414)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$931
Toddler$779
Preschool$714
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$700
Toddler$650
Preschool$650
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Bay County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services 12,763 665 $30,825 1.70
Retail Trade 12,072 901 $38,550 1.46
Health Care & Social Assistance 9,609 681 $61,579 0.81
Construction 6,937 979 $60,374 1.60
Professional & Technical Services 5,167 765 $76,424 0.90
Administrative & Waste Services 5,017 492 $47,221 1.03
Manufacturing 3,413 186 $68,845 0.50
Real Estate 2,835 467 $51,391 2.21
Wholesale Trade 2,413 209 $63,058 0.74
Other Services 2,394 429 $45,866 0.96
Finance & Insurance 1,894 304 $96,493 0.56
Transportation & Warehousing 1,556 152 $49,833 0.44
Arts & Entertainment 1,269 122 $30,408 0.91
Information & Technology 672 74 $64,769 0.43
Educational Services 571 54 $36,822 0.33
Utilities 164 15 $87,848 0.52
Management of Companies 141 38 $103,778 0.10
Unclassified 92 151 $50,852 0.80

Radio Stations near Upper Grand Lagoon

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

National Parks Near Upper Grand Lagoon

17 national parks and monuments found near Upper Grand Lagoon.

ParkTypeFee
Camp Helen State Park State Park Free
Constitution Convention Museum State Park State Park Free
Deer Lake State Park State Park Free
Eden Gardens State Park State Park Free
Falling Waters State Park State Park Free
Florala State Park State Park Free
Florida Caverns State Park State Park Free
Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park State Park Free
Grayton Beach State Park State Park Free
Henderson Beach State Park State Park Free
Inlet Beach State Park Free
John Gorrie Museum State Park State Park Free
Ponce de Leon Springs State Park State Park Free
Seminole State Park State Park Free
St. Andrews State Park State Park Free
T. H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park State Park Free
Torreya State Park State Park Free

Museums in Upper Grand Lagoon

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ZOO WORLDZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION9008 FRONT BEACH RD8502301243$871,358
JUNIOR MUSEUM OF BAY COUNTYCHILDREN'S MUSEUM8507696128$389,892
GULF COAST STATE COLLEGE AMELIA CENTER GALLERYART MUSEUM
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF BAY COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8508320840
MAN IN THE SEA MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM17314 PANAMA CITY BEACH PKWY
MUSEUM OF MAN IN SEAGENERAL MUSEUM8502354101
SCIENCE AND DISCOVERY CENTER OF NORTHWEST FLORIDASCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM308 AIRPORT ROAD
VISUAL ARTS CENTER OF NORTHWEST FLORIDAART MUSEUM8507694451

Libraries in Upper Grand Lagoon

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
NORTHWEST REGIONAL LIBRARY SYSTEM898 WEST 11TH STREET0.0524,419
LYNN HAVEN PUBLIC LIBRARY901 OHIO AVENUE0.044,097

Farmers Markets in Upper Grand Lagoon

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
30A Farmers' MarketRosmary Beach Town Center01/18/2015 to 01/05/2020Sun: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;
Bay County Farmers Market2230 East 15th Street
Callaway Community Farmers' Market5916 Cherry Street01/01/2013 to 12/31/2013Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;YesVisit
Grand Lagoon Waterfront Farmers' Market3901 Thomas Drive and 5551 N Lagoon Dr01/01/2013 to 12/31/2013Sat: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;Sun: 11:00 AM-4:00 PM;YesVisit
Lynn Haven Farmers Market903 Ohio Ave.04/01/2014 to 12/16/2014Tue: 11:00 AM-7:00 PM;YesVisit
St. Andrews Waterfront Farmers Market1201 Beck Avenue01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit

Hotels in Upper Grand Lagoon

36 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Baymont Panama City Beach
Bikini Beach Resort
Bluegreen Ocean Towers Beach Club
Boardwalk Beach Resort by Royal American Beach Getaways- ONSITE Management
Boardwalk Beach Resort Hotel & Convention Center
Campers Inn
Comfort Suites
Country Inn & Suites, Panama City Beach, FL
Executive Inn
Fairfield Inn & Suites Panama City Beach
Grand Panama Beach Resort
Grand Panama Beach Resort
Grandview East & West Condominiums
Gulf Crest Condominiums
Hathaway Inn
Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Panama City Beach FL
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Panama City Beach
Homewood Suites by Hilton Panama City Beach
La Quinta Inn & Suites
Laketown Wharf
Lollye On The Beach & Colonial Shores
Long Beach Resort
Majestic Beach Towers
Moondrifter Condominiums
Ocean Ritz Condominiums
Ocean Villa Condos
Shores of Panama
Spartan Inn
Sugar Beach Condominiums
Summit Beach Resort
Sunbird Suites
Sunset Inn
Twin Palms
Whispering Seas Beach Rentals

Restaurants in Upper Grand Lagoon

24 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

All American Diner
Angelo's Steak Pit
Another Broken Egg Cafe
Applebee's
Barefoot On The Beach Bar and Grill
Beau's
Capt Jack's Family Buffet
Dirty Dick's Crab House
El Rodeo Tequila Bar & Grill
Guadalajara Mexican Grill
Jin Jin Super King
Los Rancheros Mexican Restaurant
Pineapple Willy's
Sake House II
Saltwater Grill
Saltwater Grill
Shane's BBQ
Sip & Bite Bistro
The Gathering Spot at H&G
Triple J's
Waffle House
Waffle House
Waffle House
Waffle House

Theatres in Upper Grand Lagoon

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Todd Herendeen Theatre

Zoos in Upper Grand Lagoon

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ZooWorld Zoological and Botanical Conservatory

Theme Parks in Upper Grand Lagoon

3 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cobra Adventure Park
Cobra Adventure Park
Race City PCB

Clinics in Upper Grand Lagoon

4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bay Medical On The Beach
Bay Medical Sacred Heart Family Medicine
Emerald Coast Urgent Care
US #1136084209

Veterinaries in Upper Grand Lagoon

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Animal Care Center Panama City Beach
Magnolia Bay Animal Hospital

Gas Stations in Upper Grand Lagoon

8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chevron
Exxon
Exxon
Mobil
Murphy USA
Shell
Texaco
Tom Thumb

Banks in Upper Grand Lagoon

8 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BB&T
Capital City Bank
Innovations Federal Credit Union
Panhandle Educators Fed CU
Regions Bank
Regions Bank
SunTrust
Trustmark

Golf Courses in Upper Grand Lagoon

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Signal Hills Golf course

Breweries in Upper Grand Lagoon

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Coca-cola Bottling Co ConsPanama City, FL, Panama City Bottlers, Beverage Manufacturers, Beverages, Bottlers, (1), Breweries,300 W 5th St8507856171Visit
Patches Pub & GrillBrewers4723 Thomas Dr8505885490

Cell Towers in Upper Grand Lagoon

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
340 W HWY 388TOWER152
West Bay Site HWY. 79 & MARILYN RD. (West Bay 100056332)TOWER122
Pinnacle Inlet Beach Site 20620 BACK BEACH ROADTOWER91
12425A Middle Beach RoadTOWER90
Crown Front Beach Site 8195 FRONT BEACH ROADTOWER89
9234 TEACHEE TRAILTOWER80
(Thomas Drive) 5820 MAGNOLIA BEACH ROADMTOWER61
8195 FRONT BEACH ROADTOWER56
Beacon Beach Site 7820 Hwy 98 East (#224680)TOWER50

Bridges in Upper Grand Lagoon

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Segmental Box GirderPrestressed concrete continuous20043,38434,066F
Segmental Box GirderPrestressed concrete continuous20033,81534,066F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete202026934,066G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201926934,066G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete202079533,500G
Box Beam (Multiple)Steel201979533,500G
Box Beam (Multiple)Steel continuous201940632,401G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Steel20062,99428,000G
CulvertConcrete continuous19893414,700G
CulvertConcrete1970215,100F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2007902,700G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20204042,000G

Superfund Sites Near Upper Grand Lagoon

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
GULF POWER CO PLANT LANSING SMITH4300 HIGHWAY 2300BAY
WESTROCK PANAMA CITY MILLONE EVERITT AVENUEBAY

Airports Near Upper Grand Lagoon

34 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Destin Executive AirportDSIMedium Airport
Northwest Florida Beaches International AirportECPMedium Airport
Tyndall Air Force BasePAMMedium Airport
Apalachicola Regional AirportAAFSmall Airport
Breezy Knoll AirportSmall Airport
Calhoun County AirportSmall Airport
Cattle Creek Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Chipola AirparkSmall Airport
Clarksville AirportSmall Airport
Costin AirportSmall Airport
Crystal Village AirportSmall Airport
Defuniak Springs AirportSmall Airport
Dugger FieldSmall Airport
Folsom AirportSmall Airport
Garnair AirportSmall Airport
Hartzog FieldSmall Airport
Joy Farms AirportSmall Airport
Maran AirportSmall Airport
Marianna Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Melanie's AirportSmall Airport
Redhead AirportSmall Airport
Rock Hill LZ AirportSmall Airport
Ron Wood AirportSmall Airport
Ruckel AirportSmall Airport
Sandy Creek AirparkSmall Airport
Sids StripSmall Airport
Stock Island AirportSmall Airport
The Funny Farm AirportSmall Airport
Tri-County AirportSmall Airport
Triple B AirparkSmall Airport
Unicorn Place AirportSmall Airport
Whiskey Throttle FieldSmall Airport
Wright FieldSmall Airport
Yoder FieldSmall Airport

Police Stations in Upper Grand Lagoon

7 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Bay County Sheriff's Office3421 State Highway 77
Bay County Sheriff's Office Substation
City of Callaway Law Enforcement262 North Star Avenue
Florida Highway Patrol Office6030 County Road 2321
Panama City Beach Police Substation
Panama City Police Department1209 East 15th Street
Pier Park SubstationL.C. Hilton Jr. Drive

Grocery Stores in Upper Grand Lagoon

25 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
CIRCLE K 2708507Convenience Store10323 Front Beach Rd
Daybreak Market D1121Convenience Store7625 Panama City Beach Pkwy
DOLLAR GENERAL 4881Other7101 US 98
Dollar General 14648Other9001 N Lagoon Dr
DOLLAR GENERAL 3192Other7932 Front Beach Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 4885Other1817 Thomas Dr
Dollar Tree 4434Other9954 Hutchison Blvd
European Food MartGrocery Store8730 Thomas Dr
Express Lane 741Convenience Store804 Thomas Drive
Express Lane 790Convenience Store7624 FR Bch Rd
Front Beach MartConvenience Store8701 Front Beach Rd
Hop N Pop #6Convenience Store1724 Thomas Dr
J Shannelle Caribbean Food Market 1Convenience Store7950 Front Beach Rd
Lagoon MartConvenience Store7807 N Lagoon Dr
Lagoon MobilConvenience Store8930 N Lagoon Dr
Murphy Express 8688Convenience Store9950 Hutchison Blvd
Murphy USA 7947Convenience Store12 Thomas Dr
Murphy USA 7965Convenience Store9901 Panama City Beach Pkwy
PUBLIX 1173Supermarket2419 Navy Blvd
PUBLIX 1241Supermarket11240 Panama City Beach Pkwy
Rizzy Store 1 1Convenience Store7808 Panama City Beach Pkwy
SunStop 730Convenience Store8410 FR Bch Rd
Tom Thumb 900139Convenience Store7920 Thomas Dr
Walgreens 05340Other9998 Front Beach Rd
Walmart 818Super Store10270 FR Bch Rd

Post Offices in Upper Grand Lagoon

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
United States Post Office420 Churchwell Drive

Treatment Centers in Upper Grand Lagoon

8 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Bay County Healthcare Services LLC - Treatment Center Of Panama CitySubstance Abuse850-769-5695
Chemical Addictions Recovery Effort - Bay County Outpatient OfficeSubstance Abuse850-747-5456
Chemical Addictions Recovery Effort - Primary Care DetoxificationSubstance Abuse850-872-7676
Emerald Coast Behavioral Hospital - Outpatient ServicesBoth850-481-0306
Gulf Coast Addiction Medicine LLCSubstance Abuse850-522-1516
JourneyPure - Emerald CoastSubstance Abuse800-338-5770
JourneyPure - PanhandleSubstance Abuse850-249-4300
Life Management Center - Northwest Florida IncBoth850-522-4485 x1346

Churches & Religious Organizations in Upper Grand Lagoon

12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ARK CHURCH INC12902 FRONT BEACH RD
CHABAD OF KIRYAT GAT INC114 TIERRA VERDE TRL
CHRIST OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH300 CLARA AVE
CORNERSTONE BAPTIST CHURCH213 CAROLYN AVE
EASTGATE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP7145 W HIGHWAY 98
EMERALD BEACH CHURCH OF CHRIST OF PANAMA CITY BEACH FLORIDA INC301 ALF COLEMAN RD
GOD IN ACTION PROJECT138 WHITE CAP WAY
GULF BEACH BAPTIST CHURCH10620 HUTCHISON BLVD
GULF COAST CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCH INC6690 W HIGHWAY 98
HELPING HAND OUT REACH DELIVERANCE MINISTRY INC6005 HUNT CLUB CIR
SHRI DHARMAVIHAR JAIN UPASHRAYA11000 FRONT BEACH RD
WOODLAWN PCB CHURCH INC219 N ALF COLEMAN RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Upper Grand Lagoon

What is the population of Upper Grand Lagoon?

Upper Grand Lagoon has a population of 17,162 residents and is located in Florida. The population density is 2,116 people per square mile, spread across 15.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Upper Grand Lagoon expensive to live in?

Upper Grand Lagoon has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 103.4 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $73,438, 2% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $351,400 (25% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,570 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Upper Grand Lagoon safe?

Public safety is a concern in Upper Grand Lagoon, with a violent crime rate of 922 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,937 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Upper Grand Lagoon receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Upper Grand Lagoon?

Upper Grand Lagoon enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Upper Grand Lagoon?

The job market in Upper Grand Lagoon is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,027. There are 6,848 business establishments in the area, including 563 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 10.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Upper Grand Lagoon?

The median home value in Upper Grand Lagoon is $351,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $278,596. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,570. Fair market rent is $1,296 for a 1-bedroom and $1,526 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 68.7%. The average annual property tax is $5,234.

How are the schools in Upper Grand Lagoon?

Schools in Upper Grand Lagoon score 5.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 40.3% of adults in Upper Grand Lagoon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. 13.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Upper Grand Lagoon?

The obesity rate in Upper Grand Lagoon is 30.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.4% of adults are smokers. 19.1% are physically inactive. 21.1% of residents report depression. 9.7% lack health insurance. 69.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,739.

What is transportation like in Upper Grand Lagoon?

The average commute in Upper Grand Lagoon is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Upper Grand Lagoon?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Upper Grand Lagoon is 81.2% White, 4.3% Black or African American, 1.4% Hispanic or Latino. 86.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 13.8% speak Spanish. 15.5% of the population are military veterans. 16.6% of residents have a disability. 89.5% have health insurance coverage.

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