Bay City

Bay County, Michigan

Population 103K |Median income $61,763 |1 hospital

Population

103,008

Bay County

Median Income

$61,763

-9% vs avg

Median Home Value

$152,200

-33% vs avg

Median Age

43.9

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

103K-4%

Median Income

$61,763+36%

Median Home Value

$152,200+62%

Poverty Rate

13.2%-10%

Unemployment

4.3%-62%

Economics

Median Rent

$860/mo

Poverty Rate

13.2% -7% vs avg

Unemployment 4.3%

Bachelor's Degree+ 22.1%

Work From Home 8.6%

Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 90.7%

Two or More Ethnicities 1.7%

African American 1.2%

Asian 0.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

38%

High Blood Pressure

37.7%

Short Sleep Duration

32.1%

Physical Inactivity

26.3%

Frequent Mental Distress

17.6%

Binge Drinking

15.7%

Current Smoking

15.7%

Frequent Physical Distress

15%

Diabetes

12.6%

Current Asthma

11.5%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 80%

Dental Visit 71.4%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease

7.8%

Lack of Health Insurance

7.3%

Stroke

3.9%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

2/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

MCLAREN BAY REGION

BAY CITY · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Bay City Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Kachemak Bay Through Tuesday Morning

NOAA · 1h ago

Weather Alerts high

Storm Warning and Heavy Freezing Spray Alert Issued for West of Barren Islands and Kamishak Bay

NOAA · 1h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters

NOAA · 6h ago

Weather Alerts high

Winter Storm Warning Issued for Lake, Mason, and Oceana Counties Through Tuesday Morning

NOAA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Off Florida and Mississippi Coastline

NOAA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters Through 7:00 AM CDT

NOAA · 12h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Bay City, MI? ▼

Bay City, MI has a population of 103,008 people, located in Bay County, Michigan.

What is the median household income in Bay City? ▼

The median household income in Bay City, MI is $61,763 per year. The poverty rate is 13.2%.

What is the median home value in Bay City? ▼

The median home value in Bay City, MI is $152,200. Median rent is $860/month.

What are the top health concerns in Bay City? ▼

The top health indicators in Bay City include Obesity (38%), High Blood Pressure (37.7%), Short Sleep Duration (32.1%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Bay City? ▼

Bay City has 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Bay City? ▼

The median age in Bay City, MI is 43.9 years. 22.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Bay City, MI is located in Bay County, Michigan. With a population of 103K and a median household income of $61,763, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Bay City area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Bay County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.