Bay, AR

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Bay Overview

2,392
TOTAL POPULATION
1,177
MALE POPULATION
1,215
FEMALE POPULATION
96.87
MALES / 100 FEMALES
103.23
FEMALES / 100 MALES
31.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$20,719
PER CAPITA INCOME
$61,911
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$58,036
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
29.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
70.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,820
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.36
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,026
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
62.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Bay Zip Codes

Bay Area Codes

Race in Bay

The most populous races in Bay are White / Caucasian (2,273 | 95.0%), Two or more Races (80 | 3.3%), and Black / African American (36 | 1.5%).
Race in Bay
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American361.5%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino261.1%
Native / Alaskan10.0%
White / Caucasian2,27395.0%
Two or more Races803.3%
Some other Race20.1%
Total2,392100.0%

Ancestry in Bay

The most populous ancestries reported in Bay are German (474 | 19.8%), Irish (349 | 14.6%), American (314 | 13.1%), Scottish (250 | 10.4%), and English (242 | 10.1%), together accounting for 68.1% of all Bay residents.
Ancestry in Bay
Ancestry# Population% Population
American31413.1%
Chickasaw10.0%
Choctaw60.3%
Dutch793.3%
Ecuadorian20.1%
English24210.1%
European190.8%
Finnish20.1%
French50.2%
German47419.8%
Irish34914.6%
Italian80.3%
Mexican241.0%
Norwegian10.0%
Polish50.2%
Scandinavian80.3%
Scotch-Irish160.7%
Scottish25010.4%
Slovene30.1%
South American20.1%
Welsh150.6%
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Immigrants in Bay

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Bay came from Europe (12 | 0.5%), Germany (9 | 0.4%), Western Europe (9 | 0.4%), Latin America (6 | 0.3%), and Central America (4 | 0.2%), together accounting for 1.7% of all Bay residents.
Immigrants in Bay
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America40.2%
Eastern Europe30.1%
Ecuador20.1%
Europe120.5%
Germany90.4%
Latin America60.3%
Mexico40.2%
South America20.1%
Western Europe90.4%
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Sex and Age in Bay

Sex and Age in Bay

The most populous age groups in Bay are Under 5 Years (223 | 19.0%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (128 | 10.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Bay
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years223 (19.0%)100 (8.2%)
5 to 9 Years123 (10.4%)92 (7.6%)
10 to 14 Years64 (5.4%)120 (9.9%)
15 to 19 Years45 (3.8%)57 (4.7%)
20 to 24 Years41 (3.5%)44 (3.6%)
25 to 29 Years60 (5.1%)128 (10.5%)
30 to 34 Years135 (11.5%)68 (5.6%)
35 to 39 Years64 (5.4%)49 (4.0%)
40 to 44 Years29 (2.5%)77 (6.3%)
45 to 49 Years75 (6.4%)64 (5.3%)
50 to 54 Years51 (4.3%)67 (5.5%)
55 to 59 Years55 (4.7%)118 (9.7%)
60 to 64 Years100 (8.5%)60 (4.9%)
65 to 69 Years54 (4.6%)49 (4.0%)
70 to 74 Years16 (1.4%)67 (5.5%)
75 to 79 Years14 (1.2%)33 (2.7%)
80 to 84 Years23 (1.9%)11 (0.9%)
85 Years and over5 (0.4%)11 (0.9%)
Total1,177 (100.0%)1,215 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Bay

Median Family Size in Bay

The median family size in Bay is 3.01 persons per family, with married-couple families (469 | 68.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.13 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (52 | 7.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.13 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Bay
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple469 (68.9%)3.13
Single Male/Father52 (7.6%)2.13
Single Female/Mother160 (23.5%)2.93
Total Families681 (100.0%)3.01

Median Household Size in Bay

The median household size in Bay is 2.81 persons per household, with single female/mother households (160 | 18.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.34 persons per household. non-family households (169 | 19.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.11 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Bay
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple469 (55.2%)3.28
Single Male/Father52 (6.1%)2.52
Single Female/Mother160 (18.8%)3.34
Non-family169 (19.9%)1.11
Total Households850 (100.0%)2.81

Household Size by Marriage Status in Bay

Out of a total of 850 households in Bay, 681 (80.1%) are family households, while 169 (19.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 281, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 160.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Bay
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-160 (18.8%)
2-Person Households281 (33.1%)5 (0.6%)
3-Person Households119 (14.0%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households193 (22.7%)4 (0.5%)
5-Person Households50 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households5 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households33 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total681 (80.1%)169 (19.9%)

Female Fertility in Bay

Fertility by Age in Bay

Average fertility rate in Bay is 77.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 142.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 87.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Bay
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years34 (87.2%)142.0
35 to 50 years5 (12.8%)24.0
Total39 (100.0%)77.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Bay

79.5% of women with births (39) in Bay are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 23.5% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Bay
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years26 (76.5%)8 (23.5%)
35 to 50 years5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total31 (79.5%)8 (20.5%)

Fertility by Education in Bay

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Bay
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School4 (10.3%)47.0
High School Diploma6 (15.4%)32.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree5 (12.8%)119.0
Graduate Degree24 (61.5%)471.0
Total39 (100.0%)77.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Bay

20.5% of women with births in Bay are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Bay
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
High School Diploma6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree20 (83.3%)4 (16.7%)
Total31 (79.5%)8 (20.5%)

Income in Bay

Income Overview in Bay

Per Capita Income in Bay is $20,719, while median incomes of families and households are $61,911 and $58,036 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,392$20,719
Median Family Income681$61,911
Mean Family Income681$65,939
Median Household Income850$58,036
Mean Household Income850$61,394
Income Deficit681$9,820
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,39229.20%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,39270.80¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,3920.36

Earnings by Sex in Bay

Average Earnings in Bay are $33,802, $36,088 for men and $25,550 for women, a difference of 29.2%.
Earnings by Sex in Bay
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male543 (50.4%)$36,088
Female535 (49.6%)$25,550
Total1,078 (100.0%)$33,802

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Bay

The most common earnings brackets in Bay are $35,000 to $39,999 for men (111 | 20.4%) and $20,000 to $22,499 for women (82 | 15.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Bay
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less29 (5.3%)20 (3.7%)
$2,500 to $4,9993 (0.5%)55 (10.3%)
$5,000 to $7,49950 (9.2%)3 (0.6%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)21 (3.9%)
$10,000 to $12,4996 (1.1%)16 (3.0%)
$12,500 to $14,99920 (3.7%)10 (1.9%)
$15,000 to $17,4997 (1.3%)10 (1.9%)
$17,500 to $19,99924 (4.4%)35 (6.5%)
$20,000 to $22,49930 (5.5%)82 (15.3%)
$22,500 to $24,99912 (2.2%)10 (1.9%)
$25,000 to $29,99918 (3.3%)29 (5.4%)
$30,000 to $34,99949 (9.0%)23 (4.3%)
$35,000 to $39,999111 (20.4%)19 (3.5%)
$40,000 to $44,99915 (2.8%)53 (9.9%)
$45,000 to $49,99925 (4.6%)40 (7.5%)
$50,000 to $54,99940 (7.4%)29 (5.4%)
$55,000 to $64,99930 (5.5%)24 (4.5%)
$65,000 to $74,99928 (5.2%)9 (1.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99933 (6.1%)25 (4.7%)
$100,000+13 (2.4%)22 (4.1%)
Total543 (100.0%)535 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Bay

Average earnings in Bay are $36,412 for men and $31,528 for women, a difference of 13.4%. Men with an educational attainment of less than high school enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $37,941, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $36,569. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $54,219, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $20,550.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Bay
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$37,941$26,591
High School Diploma$36,569$20,550
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$36,412$31,528

Family Income in Bay

Family Income Brackets in Bay

According to the Bay family income data, there are 162 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.8% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Bay
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000192.8%
$10,000 to $14,999385.6%
$15,000 to $24,999456.6%
$25,000 to $34,9998712.8%
$35,000 to $49,999679.8%
$50,000 to $74,99915522.8%
$75,000 to $99,99916223.8%
$100,000 to $149,9999213.5%
$150,000 to $199,999162.3%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Bay

5-person families (52 | 7.6%) account for the highest median family income in Bay with $81,375 per family, while 2-person families (299 | 43.9%) have the highest median income of $30,512 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Bay
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families299 (43.9%)$61,023
3-Person Families151 (22.2%)$0
4-Person Families161 (23.6%)$61,674
5-Person Families52 (7.6%)$81,375
6-Person Families5 (0.7%)$0
7+ Person Families13 (1.9%)$0
Total681 (100.0%)$61,911

Family Income by Number of Earners in Bay

The median family income in Bay is $61,911, with families comprising 3+ earners (54) having the highest median family income of $97,778, while families with no earners (116) have the lowest median family income of $22,167, accounting for 7.9% and 17.0% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Bay
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners116 (17.0%)$22,167
1 Earner200 (29.4%)$41,750
2 Earners311 (45.7%)$80,039
3+ Earners54 (7.9%)$97,778
Total681 (100.0%)$61,911

Household Income in Bay

Household Income Brackets in Bay

With 202 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Bay, accounting for 23.8% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Bay
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000263.1%
$10,000 to $14,999768.9%
$15,000 to $24,999718.4%
$25,000 to $34,99910212.0%
$35,000 to $49,9998910.5%
$50,000 to $74,99920223.8%
$75,000 to $99,99917620.7%
$100,000 to $149,999758.8%
$150,000 to $199,999333.9%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Bay

The median household income in Bay is $58,036, with the highest median household income of $74,688 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 353 households (41.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $26,458, with 13 households (1.5%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Bay
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years13 (1.5%)$26,458
25 to 44 Years293 (34.5%)$60,996
45 to 64 Years353 (41.5%)$74,688
65+ Years191 (22.5%)$28,906
Total850 (100.0%)$58,036

Poverty in Bay

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Bay

With 14.6% poverty level for males and 22.2% for females among the residents of Bay, 16 and 17 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 11 males (52.4%) and 18 females (66.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Bay
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years47 (22.6%)17 (17.7%)
5 Years3 (6.0%)2 (28.6%)
6 to 11 Years23 (23.7%)24 (19.7%)
12 to 14 Years16 (40.0%)3 (9.4%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years11 (52.4%)18 (66.7%)
18 to 24 Years4 (7.4%)23 (35.4%)
25 to 34 Years33 (16.9%)50 (25.5%)
35 to 44 Years9 (9.7%)26 (20.6%)
45 to 54 Years10 (7.9%)8 (6.1%)
55 to 64 Years14 (9.0%)43 (24.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)18 (15.5%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)25 (45.5%)
Total170 (14.6%)257 (22.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Bay

According to the poverty statistics in Bay, males aged 15 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Bay
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years161 (77.4%)79 (82.3%)
5 Years47 (94.0%)5 (71.4%)
6 to 11 Years74 (76.3%)98 (80.3%)
12 to 14 Years24 (60.0%)29 (90.6%)
15 Years11 (100.0%)9 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years10 (47.6%)9 (33.3%)
18 to 24 Years50 (92.6%)42 (64.6%)
25 to 34 Years162 (83.1%)146 (74.5%)
35 to 44 Years84 (90.3%)100 (79.4%)
45 to 54 Years116 (92.1%)123 (93.9%)
55 to 64 Years141 (91.0%)135 (75.8%)
65 to 74 Years70 (100.0%)98 (84.5%)
75 Years and over42 (100.0%)30 (54.5%)
Total992 (85.4%)903 (77.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Bay

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Bay show that 4.9% or 23 of the total 469 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 50.0%, comprising of 3 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 3.7%, which includes 6 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Bay
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children242 (95.3%)12 (4.7%)
1 or 2 Children156 (96.3%)6 (3.7%)
3 or 4 Children45 (95.7%)2 (4.3%)
5 or more Children3 (50.0%)3 (50.0%)
Total446 (95.1%)23 (4.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Bay

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Bay
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)7 (13.5%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)56 (61.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)6 (35.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)69 (43.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Bay

The poverty data for Bay shows that 23 of the married-couple family households (4.9%) and 69 of the single-parent households (32.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 households (50.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 56 household (47.9%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Bay
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children12 (4.7%)7 (9.0%)
1 or 2 Children6 (3.7%)56 (47.9%)
3 or 4 Children2 (4.3%)6 (35.3%)
5 or more Children3 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total23 (4.9%)69 (32.6%)

Employment Characteristics in Bay

Employment by Class of Employer in Bay

Among the 927 employed individuals in Bay, private company employees (719 | 77.6%), local government employees (94 | 10.1%), and state government employees (32 | 3.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Bay
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees71977.6%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)141.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)262.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations171.8%
Local Government Employees9410.1%
State Government Employees323.5%
Federal Government Employees252.7%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total927100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Bay

According to the labor force statistics for Bay, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,650), 62.2% or 1,026 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.6% or 68 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 90.6% or 77 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 34.6% or 9 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Bay
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years26 (31.7%)9 (34.6%)
20 to 24 Years77 (90.6%)2 (2.6%)
25 to 29 Years163 (86.7%)6 (3.7%)
30 to 34 Years167 (82.3%)18 (10.8%)
35 to 44 Years182 (83.1%)3 (1.6%)
45 to 54 Years180 (70.0%)16 (8.9%)
55 to 59 Years102 (59.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years105 (65.6%)14 (13.3%)
65 to 74 Years21 (11.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over4 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,026 (62.2%)68 (6.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Bay

According to labor force statistics for Bay, 74.9% of individuals (899) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,200) are in the labor force, with 6.3% or 57 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 96.6% or 141 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 17.1% or 44 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Bay
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School93 (55.4%)5 (3.2%)
High School Diploma407 (69.3%)15 (2.5%)
College / Associate Degree258 (86.3%)51 (17.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher141 (96.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total899 (74.9%)76 (6.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Bay

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Bay are Community & Social Service (86 | 9.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (62 | 6.5%), Education Instruction & Library (49 | 5.1%), Management (44 | 4.6%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (44 | 4.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Bay

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Bay, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (77.4%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (75.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (95.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Bay
OccupationMaleFemale
Management22 (50.0%)22 (50.0%)
Business & Financial6 (50.0%)6 (50.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science48 (77.4%)14 (22.6%)
Computers & Mathematics43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering5 (26.3%)14 (73.7%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 12 (14.0%)74 (86.1%)
Education, Arts & Media4 (33.3%)8 (66.7%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library2 (4.1%)47 (95.9%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment6 (75.0%)2 (25.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating8 (18.2%)36 (81.8%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)34 (100.0%)
Total (Category)96 (38.7%)152 (61.3%)
Total (Overall)502 (52.3%)457 (47.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Bay are Food Preparation & Serving (101 | 10.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (49 | 5.1%), Security & Protection (28 | 2.9%), Firefighting & Prevention (15 | 1.6%), and Law Enforcement (13 | 1.4%).
Services Occupations in Bay

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Bay, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (90.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (85.2%), and Personal Care & Service (60.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Bay
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support1 (10.0%)9 (90.0%)
Security & Protection28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving15 (14.8%)86 (85.2%)
Cleaning & Maintenance35 (71.4%)14 (28.6%)
Personal Care & Service2 (40.0%)3 (60.0%)
Total (Category)81 (42.0%)112 (58.0%)
Total (Overall)502 (52.3%)457 (47.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Bay are Sales & Related (105 | 11.0%), and Office & Administration (77 | 8.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Bay

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Bay
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related46 (43.8%)59 (56.2%)
Office & Administration35 (45.5%)42 (54.5%)
Total (Category)81 (44.5%)101 (55.5%)
Total (Overall)502 (52.3%)457 (47.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Bay are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (49 | 5.1%), and Construction & Extraction (40 | 4.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Bay

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Bay
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair49 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)89 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)502 (52.3%)457 (47.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Bay are Production (156 | 16.3%), Material Moving (60 | 6.3%), and Transportation (31 | 3.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Bay

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Bay
OccupationMaleFemale
Production93 (59.6%)63 (40.4%)
Transportation31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving31 (51.7%)29 (48.3%)
Total (Category)155 (62.7%)92 (37.2%)
Total (Overall)502 (52.3%)457 (47.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Bay

Employment Industries in Bay

The major employment industries in Bay include Manufacturing (242 | 25.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (149 | 15.5%), Retail Trade (135 | 14.1%), Educational Services (75 | 7.8%), and Accommodation & Food Services (65 | 6.8%).
Employment Industries in Bay

Employment Industries by Sex in Bay

The Bay industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Educational Services (92.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Bay
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing145 (59.9%)97 (40.1%)
Wholesale Trade12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade54 (40.0%)81 (60.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing48 (92.3%)4 (7.7%)
Utilities5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information43 (93.5%)3 (6.5%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific6 (25.0%)18 (75.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support3 (50.0%)3 (50.0%)
Educational Services6 (8.0%)69 (92.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance33 (22.2%)116 (77.8%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services27 (41.5%)38 (58.5%)
Public Administration48 (87.3%)7 (12.7%)
Total502 (52.3%)457 (47.6%)

Education in Bay

School Enrollment in Bay

The most common levels of schooling among the 559 students in Bay are elementary school (131 | 23.4%), nursery / preschool (129 | 23.1%), and middle school (126 | 22.5%).
School Enrollment in Bay
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool12923.1%
Kindergarten488.6%
Elementary School13123.4%
Middle School12622.5%
High School8615.4%
College / Undergraduate376.6%
Graduate / Professional20.4%
Total559100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Bay

Out of a total of 559 students who are enrolled in schools in Bay, 67 (12.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 492 (88.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 19 (32.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 23 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Bay
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds40 (67.8%)19 (32.2%)
5 to 9 Year Old194 (91.5%)18 (8.5%)
10 to 14 Year Olds159 (93.5%)11 (6.5%)
15 to 17 Year Olds42 (73.7%)15 (26.3%)
18 to 19 Year Olds18 (81.8%)4 (18.2%)
20 to 24 Year Olds23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total492 (88.0%)67 (12.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Bay

Education (87 | 45.6%), science & technology (22 | 11.5%), business (17 | 8.9%), communications (14 | 7.3%), and arts & humanities (12 | 6.3%) are the most common fields of study among 191 individuals in Bay who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Bay
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural52.6%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology42.1%
Social Sciences31.6%
Engineering73.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies94.7%
Science & Technology2211.5%
Business178.9%
Education8745.6%
Literature & Languages31.6%
Liberal Arts & History84.2%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications147.3%
Arts & Humanities126.3%
Total191100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Bay

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Bay

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Bay are males with 2 vehicles (220, accounting for 45.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (219, making up 49.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Bay
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle96 (19.8%)94 (21.3%)
2 Vehicles220 (45.4%)219 (49.5%)
3 Vehicles125 (25.8%)109 (24.7%)
4 Vehicles40 (8.3%)17 (3.8%)
5 or more Vehicles4 (0.8%)3 (0.7%)
Total485 (100.0%)442 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Bay

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Bay are 10 to 14 minutes (173 commuters, 20.1%), 15 to 19 minutes (166 commuters, 19.2%), and 5 to 9 minutes (144 commuters, 16.7%).
Commute Time in Bay
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes849.7%
5 to 9 Minutes14416.7%
10 to 14 Minutes17320.1%
15 to 19 Minutes16619.2%
20 to 24 Minutes859.9%
25 to 29 Minutes222.5%
30 to 34 Minutes12013.9%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes131.5%
45 to 59 Minutes80.9%
60 to 89 Minutes414.8%
90 or more Minutes70.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Bay

The most common commute times in Bay are 10 to 14 minutes (127 commuters, 28.7%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (111 commuters, 26.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Bay
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes67 (15.2%)17 (4.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes33 (7.5%)111 (26.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes127 (28.7%)46 (10.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes58 (13.1%)108 (25.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes32 (7.2%)53 (12.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes19 (4.3%)3 (0.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes45 (10.2%)75 (17.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes13 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)8 (1.9%)
60 to 89 Minutes41 (9.3%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes7 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Bay

The most frequent times of departure to work in Bay are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (111, 25.1%) for males and 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM (130, 30.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Bay
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM25 (5.7%)8 (1.9%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM33 (7.5%)130 (30.9%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM61 (13.8%)33 (7.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM67 (15.2%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM111 (25.1%)11 (2.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM29 (6.6%)64 (15.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM18 (4.1%)83 (19.7%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM2 (0.4%)21 (5.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)20 (4.8%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM24 (5.4%)14 (3.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM8 (1.8%)13 (3.1%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM9 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM35 (7.9%)10 (2.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM20 (4.5%)14 (3.3%)
Total442 (100.0%)421 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Bay

Occupancy by Ownership in Bay

Of the total 850 dwellings in Bay, owner-occupied units account for 376 (44.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 474 (55.8%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Bay
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units37644.2%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units47455.8%
Total Occupied Housing Units850100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Bay

Occupancy by Household Size in Bay
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household16018.8%
2-Person Household28633.7%
3-Person Household11914.0%
4+ Person Household28533.5%
Total Housing Units850100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Bay

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Bay
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household70 (43.8%)90 (56.2%)
2-Person Household139 (48.6%)147 (51.4%)
3-Person Household65 (54.6%)54 (45.4%)
4+ Person Household102 (35.8%)183 (64.2%)
Total Housing Units376 (44.2%)474 (55.8%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Bay

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Bay
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School72 (46.5%)83 (53.5%)
High School Diploma126 (41.0%)181 (59.0%)
College/Associate Degree73 (30.4%)167 (69.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher105 (71.0%)43 (29.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Bay

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Bay
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years19122.5%
35 to 44 Years11513.5%
45 to 54 Years14316.8%
55 to 64 Years21024.7%
65 to 74 Years10812.7%
75 to 84 Years708.2%
85 Years and Over131.5%
Total850100.0%

Housing Finances in Bay

Median Income by Occupancy in Bay

Median Income by Occupancy in Bay
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied376 (44.2%)$61,136
Renter-Occupied474 (55.8%)$55,357
Average850 (100.0%)$58,036

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Bay

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Bay
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0008 (2.1%)7 (1.5%)
$5,000 to $9,9992 (0.5%)9 (1.9%)
$10,000 to $14,9997 (1.9%)69 (14.6%)
$15,000 to $19,9999 (2.4%)15 (3.2%)
$20,000 to $24,99927 (7.2%)20 (4.2%)
$25,000 to $34,99940 (10.6%)62 (13.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99956 (14.9%)33 (7.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99976 (20.2%)126 (26.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99985 (22.6%)91 (19.2%)
$100,000 to $149,99950 (13.3%)25 (5.3%)
$150,000 or more16 (4.3%)17 (3.6%)
Total376 (100.0%)474 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Bay

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Bay
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30056 (14.9%)55 (11.6%)
$300 to $499113 (30.0%)21 (4.4%)
$500 to $79964 (17.0%)86 (18.1%)
$800 to $99946 (12.2%)100 (21.1%)
$1,000 to $1,49991 (24.2%)192 (40.5%)
$1,500 to $1,9996 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total376 (100.0%)474 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Bay

Housing Structures in Bay

Housing Structures in Bay
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached65176.6%
Single Unit, Attached263.1%
2 Unit Apartments354.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments829.7%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments70.8%
10 or more Apartments80.9%
Mobile Home / Other414.8%
Total850100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Bay

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Bay
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached358 (55.0%)293 (45.0%)
Single Unit, Attached7 (26.9%)19 (73.1%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)35 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments2 (2.4%)80 (97.6%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other9 (22.0%)32 (78.0%)
Total376 (44.2%)474 (55.8%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Bay

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Bay
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)60 (12.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms140 (37.2%)201 (42.4%)
6 or 7 Rooms153 (40.7%)204 (43.0%)
8 or more Rooms83 (22.1%)9 (1.9%)
Total376 (100.0%)474 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Bay

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Bay
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas307 (81.7%)281 (59.3%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas18 (4.8%)9 (1.9%)
Electricity49 (13.0%)184 (38.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels2 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total376 (100.0%)474 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Bay

Household Vehicle Usage in Bay
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)20 (4.2%)
1 Vehicle139 (37.0%)164 (34.6%)
2 Vehicles119 (31.7%)236 (49.8%)
3 or more Vehicles118 (31.4%)54 (11.4%)
Total376 (100.0%)474 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Bay

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Bay

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units204172
Median Property Value$92,300$108,500
Median Household Income$47,500$8
Monthly Housing Costs$370$0
Real Estate Taxes$471$3

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Bay

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Bay
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00025 (12.2%)10 (5.8%)
$50,000 to $99,99997 (47.5%)60 (34.9%)
$100,000 to $299,99982 (40.2%)102 (59.3%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total204 (100.0%)172 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Bay

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Bay
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0008 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99928 (13.7%)2 (1.2%)
$25,000 to $34,99929 (14.2%)15 (8.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99943 (21.1%)11 (6.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99924 (11.8%)13 (7.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99947 (23.0%)52 (30.2%)
$100,000 to $149,99917 (8.3%)38 (22.1%)
$150,000 or more8 (3.9%)33 (19.2%)
Total204 (100.0%)172 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Bay

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Bay
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x126 (61.8%)71,389 (41,505.2%)
2.0x to 2.9x25 (12.2%)111 (64.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x8 (3.9%)45 (26.2%)
4.0x or more40 (19.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total204 (100.0%)172 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Bay

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Bay
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800124 (60.8%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49941 (20.1%)103 (59.9%)
$800 to $1,49917 (8.3%)55 (32.0%)
Total204 (100.0%)172 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Bay

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bay

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bay
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years407 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years353 (88.0%)48 (12.0%)
19 to 25 Years176 (92.1%)15 (7.9%)
26 to 34 Years254 (84.4%)47 (15.6%)
35 to 44 Years215 (98.2%)4 (1.8%)
45 to 54 Years194 (75.5%)63 (24.5%)
55 to 64 Years294 (88.3%)39 (11.7%)
65 to 74 Years186 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older97 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,176 (91.0%)216 (9.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Bay

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Bay
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born407 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen353 (88.0%)48 (12.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen176 (92.1%)15 (7.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Bay

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Bay
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000377 (98.7%)5 (1.3%)
$25,000 to $49,999391 (76.5%)120 (23.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999574 (91.8%)51 (8.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999473 (92.7%)37 (7.2%)
$100,000 and over361 (99.2%)3 (0.8%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bay

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bay
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6335 (82.3%)183 (45.0%)
6 to 18 Years238 (59.4%)128 (31.9%)
19 to 25 Years112 (58.6%)67 (35.1%)
25 to 34 Years94 (31.2%)162 (53.8%)
35 to 44 Years58 (26.5%)162 (74.0%)
45 to 54 Years86 (33.5%)121 (47.1%)
55 to 64 Years120 (36.0%)201 (60.4%)
65 to 74 Years186 (100.0%)77 (41.4%)
75 Years and over97 (100.0%)35 (36.1%)
Total1,326 (55.4%)1,136 (47.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Bay

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Bay
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years127 (57.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years63 (28.8%)61 (24.6%)
18 to 34 Years73 (29.3%)83 (31.8%)
35 to 64 Years70 (18.7%)154 (35.4%)
65 to 74 Years20 (28.6%)66 (56.9%)
75 Years and over32 (76.2%)34 (61.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Bay

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Bay: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years109 (48.9%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years5 (1.3%)20 (4.6%)
65 to 74 Years7 (10.0%)27 (23.3%)
75 Years and over28 (66.7%)8 (14.5%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Bay: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years18 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years3 (1.4%)12 (4.8%)
18 to 34 Years4 (1.6%)9 (3.5%)
35 to 64 Years17 (4.5%)36 (8.3%)
65 to 74 Years10 (14.3%)11 (9.5%)
75 Years and over3 (7.1%)16 (29.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Bay: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years52 (23.7%)61 (24.6%)
18 to 34 Years61 (24.5%)24 (9.2%)
35 to 64 Years25 (6.7%)87 (20.0%)
65 to 74 Years7 (10.0%)30 (25.9%)
75 Years and over3 (7.1%)12 (21.8%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Bay: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)4 (1.6%)
18 to 34 Years8 (3.2%)61 (23.4%)
35 to 64 Years48 (12.8%)93 (21.4%)
65 to 74 Years17 (24.3%)38 (32.8%)
75 Years and over4 (9.5%)34 (61.8%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Bay: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years2 (0.9%)12 (4.8%)
18 to 34 Years8 (3.2%)6 (2.3%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)21 (4.8%)
65 to 74 Years7 (10.0%)18 (15.5%)
75 Years and over2 (4.8%)12 (21.8%)

Technology Access in Bay

Computing Device Access in Bay

Computing Device Access in Bay
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop55865.6%
Smartphone76389.8%
Tablet43851.5%
No Computing Device354.1%
Total850100.0%

Internet Access in Bay

Internet Access in Bay
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home61672.5%
Cellular Data Only11914.0%
Satellite Internet182.1%
No Internet10312.1%
Total850100.0%

Bay Summary

Bay, Arkansas is a small town located in the northeastern corner of the state, in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains. It is situated in the Arkansas Delta region, which is known for its rich agricultural heritage. The town is located in Craighead County, and is part of the Jonesboro Metropolitan Statistical Area. As of the 2010 census, the population of Bay was 1,845.

Geography

Bay is located at 35°51'25" North, 90°37'45" West (35.857, -90.629). It is situated in the Arkansas Delta region, which is known for its rich agricultural heritage. The town is located in Craighead County, and is part of the Jonesboro Metropolitan Statistical Area. The town is situated on the banks of the St. Francis River, and is surrounded by rolling hills and woodlands.
The town has a total area of 1.3 square miles, all of which is land. The climate is humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 64.3°F, and the average annual precipitation is 48.3 inches.

Economy

The economy of Bay is largely based on agriculture. The town is home to several large farms, which produce a variety of crops, including cotton, soybeans, corn, and wheat. The town is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Bay was 1,845. The racial makeup of the town was 79.2% White, 18.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in the town was $30,938, and the median income for a family was $37,917. The per capita income for the town was $15,945. About 17.2% of families and 20.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.3% of those under age 18 and 15.2% of those age 65 or over.

Education

Bay is served by the Bay School District, which operates one elementary school, one middle school, and one high school. The town is also home to a branch of Arkansas State University, which offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs.

Conclusion

Bay, Arkansas is a small town located in the northeastern corner of the state, in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains. It is situated in the Arkansas Delta region, which is known for its rich agricultural heritage. The town is home to several large farms, which produce a variety of crops, and is also home to several small businesses. The population of Bay was 1,845 as of the 2010 census, and the median income for a household was $30,938. The town is served by the Bay School District, and is also home to a branch of Arkansas State University.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Bay?
Total Population of Bay is 2,392.
What is the Total Male Population of Bay?
Total Male Population of Bay is 1,177.
What is the Total Female Population of Bay?
Total Female Population of Bay is 1,215.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Bay?
There are 96.87 Males per 100 Females in Bay.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Bay?
There are 103.23 Females per 100 Males in Bay.
What is the Median Population Age in Bay?
Median Population Age in Bay is 31.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Bay
Average Family Size in Bay is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Bay
Average Household Size in Bay is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Bay?
Per Capita income in Bay is $20,719.
What is the Median Family Income in Bay?
Median Family Income in Bay is $61,911.
What is the Median Household income in Bay?
Median Household Income in Bay is $58,036.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Bay?
Income or Wage Gap in Bay is 29.2%.
Women in Bay earn 70.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Bay?
Family Income Deficit in Bay is $9,820.
Families that are below poverty line in Bay earn $9,820 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Bay?
Inequality or Gini Index in Bay is 0.36.
How Large is the Labor Force in Bay?
There are 1,026 People in the Labor Forcein in Bay.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Bay?
62.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Bay.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Bay?
Unemployment Rate in Bay is 6.6%.