Bay City Urban Area, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
36,274 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,174 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$162,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$527 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$814 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Texas
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

Texas
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 0 53
Feb 2 0 57
Mar 3 0 63
Apr 2 0 69
May 4 0 76
Jun 4 0 81
Jul 4 0 83
Aug 3 0 84
Sep 5 0 79
Oct 4 0 72
Nov 4 0 63
Dec 2 0 55

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 22, TX State Senate District 17, TX State House District 30, TX
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Schools

Matagorda School
6 miles, S • 2.3 star
Tidehaven Int
12 miles, N • 1.9 star
Tidehaven Hs
12 miles, N • 3.7 star
Roberts El
14 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Wharton County Junior College
38 miles, N • 1.9 star
Brazosport College
40 miles, E • 1.9 star
University of Houston-Victoria
59 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Matagorda Regional Medical Center
14 miles, NE • 3.2 star
El Campo Memorial Hospital
35 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

William P Hobby Airport
74 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Easterwood Field
127 miles, N • 1 star
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