Bay City Metro Area, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
103,235 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$60,523 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$135,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$545 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$666 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Michigan
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Michigan
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 12 21
Feb 1 8 23
Mar 2 6 32
Apr 2 1 44
May 2 0 56
Jun 2 0 66
Jul 2 0 70
Aug 2 0 68
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 2 0 49
Nov 2 2 37
Dec 2 10 27

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (52%) (45%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, MI State Senate District 35, MI State House District 96, MI
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Schools

Linwood Elementary School
3 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Bangor Lincoln School
4 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Bangor Central School
6 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Delta College
10 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Saginaw Valley State University
13 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

McLaren Bay Region
9 miles, S • 3.2 star
Midmichigan Medical Center-Midland
15 miles, W • 2.3 star
Covenant Medical Center
19 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Airports

MBS International Airport
13 miles, SW • 1 star
Bishop International Airport
52 miles, S • 1.4 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
96 miles, W • 2.3 star
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