Bay City, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bay City, Oregon had a total population of 1,875, the 173rd largest city in Oregon, with a median household income of $82,589, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 8.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Bay City Quick Facts
How Bay City 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 | 2,022 | 1,875 | -7.3% |
| Median household income | $80,329 | $82,589 | +2.8% |
| Median home value | $337,500 | $393,600 | +16.6% |
How Bay City 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: 46 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Bay City Rankings in Oregon
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Other Cities in Tillamook County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tillamook | 5,218 | $58,176 | 11.8% | $298,800 |
| Rockaway Beach | 1,562 | $53,872 | 11.3% | $342,300 |
| Pacific City | 1,303 | $93,207 | 16.9% | $466,000 |
| Bayside Gardens | 1,128 | $77,727 | 14.9% | $387,800 |
| Netarts | 1,022 | $79,866 | 9.8% | $441,300 |
| Garibaldi | 796 | $53,828 | 14.7% | $344,700 |
| Manzanita | 568 | $105,577 | 7.8% | $777,500 |
| Fairview | 526 | $48,459 | 1.4% | $277,700 |
| Pleasant Valley | 486 | $112,500 | 1.2% | $492,300 |
| Wheeler | 448 | $64,792 | 12.9% | $414,300 |
Cities Similar to Bay City
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brownsville | 1,912 | $83,098 | $373,000 | 27.6% | 10.0% |
| Durham | 1,983 | $81,250 | $759,600 | 42.7% | 13.9% |
| Depoe Bay | 1,782 | $85,417 | $377,700 | 43.5% | 8.1% |
| Glide | 1,823 | $73,727 | $355,100 | 22.6% | 5.2% |
| Gearhart | 1,978 | $92,250 | $688,100 | 48.1% | 3.6% |
Population Overview
Bay City is a small community located in Oregon, within Tillamook County. The total population is 1,875. It ranks as the 173rd most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Oregon.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bay City is 46.1 years. This is 14% higher than the state median of 40.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bay City is $82,589. This is about the same as the state median of $83,011. It is also 2% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.5%. This is 29% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 3.3%. This is 39% lower than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $393,600. Housing costs are 18% lower than the state median of $477,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.8x. 80.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% higher than the state average of 63.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Bay City has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.2%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 4.4%.
Education
26.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 28% lower than the state rate of 36.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bay City, Oregon 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 Oregon state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 420 Census-designated places in Oregon. 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 City, Oregon?
Bay City, Oregon has a population of 1,875 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bay City, OR?
The median household income in Bay City is $82,589, which is 2% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bay City, OR?
The poverty rate in Bay City is 8.5%. This means approximately 158 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bay City, Oregon?
Bay City's population is 86.0% White, 0.0% Black, 9.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bay City, OR?
The median home value in Bay City is $393,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.8x.
How educated is Bay City, Oregon?
26.5% of adults (25+) in Bay City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.