Bay City, Texas
Bay City: city in Texas
About
Bay City is a city located in the county of Matagorda in the U.S. state of Texas. Its population at the 2010 census was 17,614 and a population density of 772 people per km². After 9 years in 2019 city had an estimated population of 17,535 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Bay City
| Population | 17,535 (2019) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Texas (United States) |
| County | Matagorda County |
| Postal code | 77414 |
| Phone Area Codes | 979 |
| Area | 22.81 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 28.9828,-95.9694 |
| Altitude | 52 feet / 16 meters |
| Capital city | Bay City is capital of Matagorda County |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 13:28:58 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 769 Pop. per km² as of 2019 |
| Population growth | -0.45% (2010-2019) |
| Weather | 84℉ Partly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Bay City is located at 28°58'58"N 95°58'10"W (28.9827600, -95.9694000).
Bay City map
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Weather
Partly sunny, with a high near 84. South wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Bay City decreased by 0.45% in 9 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 18,667 | - | |
| 2010 | 17,614 | -5.98% | census |
| 2011 | 17,768 | 0.87% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 17,665 | -0.58% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 17,590 | -0.43% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 17,514 | -0.43% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 17,757 | 1.37% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 17,886 | 0.72% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 17,727 | -0.9% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 17,567 | -0.91% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 17,535 | -0.18% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Bay City
1City of Bay City
4511 Starling Dr, Bay City, TX 77414 View details
Phone: +19793231110 | Website available
2Bay City Utility Department
1901 5th St, Bay City, TX 77414 View details
Phone: +19792452322 | Website available
3City of Bay City - City Hall
1901 5th St, Bay City, TX 77414 View details
Phone: +19792452137
4Bay City Customer Services
Municipal Services Building, 1217 Avenue J, Bay City, TX 77414 View details
Phone: +19793231667 | Website available
5Bay City Building Department
Municipal Services Building, 1217 Avenue J, Bay City, TX 77414 View details
Phone: +19792450997 | Website available
6Bay City Treasurer
1901 5th St, Bay City, TX 77414 View details
Phone: +19792457597 | Website available
7City Secretary
1901 5th St, Bay City, TX 77414 View details
Phone: +19792455311
People born in Bay City (26)
People born in Bay City, including US high jumper Charles Austin, middle-distance runner and sprinter Mal Whitfield, athletics competitor Joe DeLoach, .
More notable people
- Greg Laughlin (American politician) he was born in 21/01/1942
- Ricardo Ramirez (Catholic bishop) he was born in 12/09/1936
- LaBradford Smith (American basketball player) he was born in 03/04/1969
- Jeffrey Jacquet (Jeffrey Jacquet) he was born in 15/10/1966
- Alex Dixon (American soccer player) he was born in 07/02/1990
- Andy Hawkins (American football player (1958-2015)) he was born in 31/03/1958
- C. Wallis Ohl, Jr. (American bishop) he was born in 21/10/1943
- Cedric Woodard (American football player) he was born in 05/09/1977
- David Caldwell (Player of American football) he was born in 28/02/1965
- Forrest Bess (American artist (1911-1977)) he was born in 05/10/1911
- Hart Lee Dykes (All-American college football player, professional football player, wide receiver) he was born in 02/09/1966
- J. B. Cox (American baseball player) he was born in 13/05/1984
- Mark Dennard (Player of American football) he was born in 02/11/1955
- Robert Blackmon (American football player) he was born in 12/05/1967
- Ronnie Heard (Player of American football) he was born in 05/10/1976
- Simon Fletcher (American football player) he was born in 18/02/1962
- Tracy Simien (American football player and coach) he was born in 21/05/1967
- Steve Bryan (US tennis player) he was born in 10/08/1970
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Bay City, TX. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 229841 | Wharton County Junior College | Wharton (TX) | 77488 |
Nearby Transit Stations (2)
Rail and bus stations connected to Bay City, TX. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| HOG | Houston, TX | 2121 Main Street | BUS |
| HOS | Houston | 902 Washington Ave. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Bay City.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Bay City Post Office | Bay City (TX) | 77414 |
Other places with the same name (3)
- Bay City, Michigan city in Bay County, Michigan, USA with a population of 32,717 people.
- Bay City, Oregon city in Oregon, USA with a population of 1,404 people.
- Bay City, Wisconsin village in Pierce County, Wisconsin with a population of 488 people.
Other cities in Matagorda County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Matagorda County , TX.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Palacios | 4,545 | City in Matagorda County, Texas, United States |
| Van Vleck | 1,844 | Census designated place |
Distance to Other Cities
Bay City distances to largest Texas cities