Vital Records Office Finder | US Counties List | Major Counties by Population | Embassies and Consulates
Cities and Towns in the United States > State Florida > Bay County
Bay County, located in the state of Florida, is renowned for its picturesque landscapes and rich cultural heritage. Home to the popular tourist destination of Panama City Beach, the county offers breathtaking white sandy beaches, crystal-clear waters, and an array of outdoor recreational activities. Visitors can also explore historic sites such as the St. Andrews State Park and Camp Helen State Park, which provide opportunities for hiking, wildlife viewing, and birdwatching. Additionally, Bay County hosts annual events such as the Seabreeze Jazz Festival and boasts a thriving arts and culinary scene, making it an ideal destination for travelers seeking a blend of natural beauty and cultural experiences.

Bay County (FL) Statistics

Number of cities/towns/villages8
Population180,000
Area1,033 sq mi
Density174 /sq mi
Altitude13 ft
GDP$8 billion
Median Household Income$49,000
Poverty rate19%
Unemployment rate3.5%
Educational Attainment (Bachelor's Degree or higher)22%
Crime rate4,000 per 100,000 people

Environmental risk in Bay County, FL

Overall riskRelatively High
Expected Annual LossRelatively High
Social VulnerabilityRelatively High
Community ResilienceRelatively Low
Avalanche RiskNot Applicable
Coastal Flooding RiskRelatively Low
Cold Wave RiskNo Rating
Drought RiskVery Low
Earthquake RiskVery Low
Hail RiskRelatively Low
Heat Wave RiskRelatively Low
Hurricane RiskRelatively High
Ice Storm RiskNot Applicable
Landslide RiskRelatively Low
Lightning RiskVery High
Riverine Flooding RiskRelatively High
Strong Wind RiskRelatively Low
Tornado RiskRelatively High
Tsunami RiskInsufficient Data
Volcanic Activity RiskNot Applicable
Wildfire RiskRelatively Low
Winter Weather RiskRelatively Low

Data obtained from the FEMA National Risk Index.

Bay County administration contact details

Bay County administration contact detailsNot available
Phone number of Bay CountyNot available
Bay County, FL emailNot available
Bay County official websiteNot available
County ClerkBill Kinsaul
County CommissionerRobert Carroll (Chairman)

Get the contact information for all cities and towns in this county. Find general information, official websites, email, phone numbers, addresses, and much more.

Find below the complete list of cities and towns in Bay County:

  • PANAMA CITY

    Panama City is a City in Bay county with -40 000 inhabitants.

  • LYNN HAVEN

    Lynn Haven is a City in Bay county with -20 000 inhabitants.

  • CALLAWAY

    Callaway is a City in Bay county with -15 000 inhabitants.

  • PANAMA CITY BEACH

    Panama City Beach is a City in Bay county with -15 000 inhabitants.

  • SPRINGFIELD

    Springfield is a City in Bay county with -10 000 inhabitants.

  • PARKER

    Parker is a City in Bay county with -5 000 inhabitants.

  • MEXICO BEACH

    Mexico Beach is a City in Bay county with -1 500 inhabitants.