Bay Shore, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bay Shore, Michigan had a total population of 697, the 500th largest community in Michigan, with a median household income of $75,217, which is 3% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x.
Bay Shore Quick Facts
How Bay Shore Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 607 | 697 | +14.8% |
| Median household income | $72,538 | $75,217 | +3.7% |
| Median home value | $116,300 | $153,600 | +32.1% |
How Bay Shore Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Bay Shore Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Emmet County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petoskey | 5,856 | $74,196 | 9.0% | $364,100 |
| Harbor Springs | 1,086 | $75,417 | 7.3% | $415,700 |
| Alanson | 834 | $65,139 | 15.3% | $134,100 |
| Mackinaw City | 778 | $42,031 | 16.4% | $224,300 |
| Pellston | 755 | $66,875 | 17.5% | $121,000 |
| Carp Lake | 380 | $27,474 | 48.2% | $180,000 |
| Conway | 237 | $77,000 | 9.7% | $425,000 |
| Brutus | 198 | $109,375 | 0.0% | $164,100 |
| Bay View | 164 | $236,500 | 4.9% | $375,500 |
| Oden | 150 | N/A | 10.7% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Bay Shore
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake City | 705 | $74,583 | $170,300 | 24.7% | 14.2% |
| Vernon | 697 | $69,625 | $133,400 | 14.3% | 16.1% |
| Ruby | 714 | $69,077 | $223,800 | 12.1% | 2.7% |
| New Lothrop | 733 | $72,344 | $205,700 | 21.5% | 13.6% |
| Metamora | 693 | $85,750 | $270,900 | 32.4% | 6.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 697, Bay Shore's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Bay Shore is a small community located in Michigan, within Emmet County. The total population is 697. It ranks as the 500th most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bay Shore is 51.0 years. This is 27% higher than the state median of 40.2 years. Only 9.9% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bay Shore is $75,217. This is 3% higher than the state median of $72,875. It is also 7% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.8%. This is 41% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 2.5%. This is 56% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $153,600. Housing costs are 34% lower than the state median of $231,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Bay Shore is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 83.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Bay Shore has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.1% of all residents. Asian residents account for 3.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 5.9%.
Education
31.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 2% lower than the state rate of 32.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 85.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bay Shore, Michigan is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Michigan state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 745 Census-designated places in Michigan. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Bay Shore, Michigan?
Bay Shore, Michigan has a population of 697 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bay Shore, MI?
The median household income in Bay Shore is $75,217, which is 7% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bay Shore, MI?
The poverty rate in Bay Shore is 7.8%. This means approximately 54 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bay Shore, Michigan?
Bay Shore's population is 92.1% White, 0.0% Black, 0.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bay Shore, MI?
The median home value in Bay Shore is $153,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.0x.
How educated is Bay Shore, Michigan?
31.9% of adults (25+) in Bay Shore hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.