Bay City, MI local economy

Bay City, MI ranks in the 2nd percentile of United States metros as of September 2026, with momentum falling over the past 12 months.

New business applications or registrations was 924 in January 2025, up 18.2% from January 2024. Dwelling units authorized by permit was 2 in July 2026.

Frequently asked questions

How does Bay City, MI rank among United States metros?

Bay City, MI ranks in the 2nd percentile of United States metros as of September 2026, with momentum falling over the past 12 months.

What is the new business applications or registrations in Bay City, MI?

New business applications or registrations in Bay City, MI was 924 in January 2025.

What is the dwelling units authorized by permit in Bay City, MI?

Dwelling units authorized by permit in Bay City, MI was 2 in July 2026.

What is the payrolled or covered employment in Bay City, MI?

Payrolled or covered employment in Bay City, MI was 33,647 in January 2026.

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Sources and methodology

• U.S. Census Bureau — Business Formation Statistics (BFS)
• U.S. Census Bureau — Building Permits Survey (BPS), CBSA monthly
• U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW), national all-industry

Method: 2026.09. Updated 2026-09-10. Coverage: 100% of weighted components available.

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