The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Bay county is rated a 4. The average temperature during the month of June is 81.9℉ and the average temperature in January is 53.8℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 74% and the area covered by water is 26.09%. The overall influence score for Bay is 2.
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Bay County is located on the Florida panhandle and has a population of 168,852 (as of 2019). It is one of the fastest growing counties in Florida and is comprised of several cities, including Panama City, Panama City Beach, Lynn Haven, Callaway, Parker and Springfield. The median household income in Bay County is $44,366 and the poverty rate is 18.1%.
The majority of Bay County residents are Caucasian (79.9%), followed by African American (13.7%), Hispanic or Latino (7.2%) and Asian (2.2%). The median age in Bay County is 40.3 years old.
Most of Bay County's housing stock consists of single-family homes and apartments. The median home value in Bay County is $140,000 and the median rent price is $845 per month. There are many parks and recreational areas throughout the county, including St Andrews State Park, which offers hiking trails, fishing piers, picnic areas, beaches and swimming pools. The climate in Bay County is humid subtropical with mild winters and hot summers.
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