Bay Port Public RecordsMichigan

As of the 2020 Census, Bay Port, located in Huron County, Michigan, had a population of approximately 460 residents. The median age is around 47 years, indicating an older population. Gender distribution is fairly balanced, with about 51% male and 49% female. Racially, Bay Port is predominantly White (over 93%), with small proportions of Hispanic or Latino (about 3.5%), and other racial or ethnic minorities making up less than 4% combined.

Bay Port, Huron County, MI, offers affordable homeownership, with a median home value of approximately $125,000 and median rent near $650/month. Most housing consists of single-family homes, with some cottages reflecting its lakeside location. Owner-occupied homes make up about 75% of the market. Neighborhoods are quiet and rural with a mix of year-round and seasonal residents. Property values have seen modest growth, rising about 4% annually since 2021. Property tax rates average 1.5% of a home's assessed value. Rentals are limited, with vacancy rates typically under 5%.

Bay Port, a small community in Huron County, Michigan, features limited public transportation, with nearly 95% of residents commuting via personal vehicles. The average one-way commute is around 25 minutes, slightly below the Michigan state average. Vehicle ownership is high, with over 90% of households owning at least one car. Public transit options are minimal, consisting primarily of county-run dial-a-ride services. Transportation infrastructure centers on M-25 and local roads. Major employment hubs include local schools, agriculture, fisheries, and nearby manufacturing facilities, with most residents commuting to Sebewaing, Caseville, or Bad Axe for work.

Bay Port, located in Huron County, MI, is served by Elkton-Pigeon-Bay Port Laker Schools, with one elementary and one high school. The high school graduation rate is approximately 91%, but only about 14% of residents hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Standardized test scores are close to the Michigan state average. Adult education opportunities are limited within Bay Port itself. The district maintains a safe environment with low incidents reported and offers programs in agriculture, STEM, and athletics. Overall, educational resources are adequate but higher education attainment remains modest.

Bay Port, located in Huron County, MI, is served mainly by Scheurer Healthcare Network in nearby Pigeon (13 beds), with outpatient clinics in Bay Port and limited emergency care; the nearest full-service hospital is McLaren Thumb Region in Bad Axe (58 beds). Approximately 17% of Huron County residents are aged 65+, and 7% lack health insurance. Leading health concerns include heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. About 90% of residents report having a primary care provider, but local physician shortages persist, with a ratio of 2,100:1 residents to primary care physicians.