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Bay City, MI

Looking to move to Bay City, MI? You’ve come to the right place. Livability helps people find their perfect places to live, and we’ve got everything you need to know to decide if moving to Bay City, MI is right for you.

Let’s start with the basics: Bay City, MI has a population of 33011. What about cost of living in Bay City, MI? The median income in Bay City, MI is $47,116 and the median home value is $90,930.

Read on to learn more about Bay City, MI, and if you’d like some tips and advice for making your big move, check out our Make Your Move page, where you’ll find all kinds of stories and insights including How to Start Over in a New City, Tips for Getting to Know a New City Before You Move and so much more.

Weather in Bay City, MI

Average Temperatures

57 high / 39 low

Average Annual Rainfall

32 in

Average Annual Snowfall

43 in

Quick Facts about Bay City, Michigan

Median Home Value
$90,930
Median Property Tax
$1,992
Total Population
33,011
Average Commute
18 min
Median Household Income
$47,116
Median Monthly Rent
$636

Map of Bay City, MI

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Data used on Livability.com is provided from the most recent release (November 2025) by Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS). Our LivScore is calculated in partnership with AGS. Sales tax sources: Sales Tax Clearinghouse, Tax Foundation, and State Revenue Departments. Local rates are population-weighted to account for municipal variations.

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