Bay City Population 2026
Bay City has a population of 33,917, making it the #1349 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Michigan. It is about 260× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
33,917
Rank in United States
#1349
Coordinates
43.59°N, 83.89°W
~182 m elevation · America/Detroit
Distance to capital (Washington)
775 km
481 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Michigan
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Detroit | 645,705 | #26 |
| Grand Rapids | 195,097 | #131 |
| Warren | 134,056 | #209 |
| Sterling Heights | 132,052 | #215 |
| Ann Arbor | 117,070 | #251 |
| Lansing | 112,644 | #268 |
| Clinton Township | 99,753 | #326 |
| Flint | 98,310 | #333 |
Cities near Bay City
- Saginaw Township North24,994 people · ~18 km away
- Saginaw49,347 people · ~20 km away
- Midland42,200 people · ~29 km away
- Flint98,310 people · ~67 km away
- Burton28,788 people · ~70 km away
- Mount Pleasant26,060 people · ~71 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bay City?
Bay City has a population of 33,917 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1349 biggest city in United States.
What state is Bay City in?
Bay City is located in Michigan, United States.
Is Bay City the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 775 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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