Bay Center, Washington facts for kids
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Bay Center, Washington
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Location of Bay Center, Washington
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | Pacific |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km2) |
| • Land | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0.0 km2) |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 253 |
| • Density | 630/sq mi (253/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
98527
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| Area code(s) | 360 |
| FIPS code | 53-04615 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1511989 |
Bay Center is a small community in Pacific County, Washington, United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that looks like a town but isn't officially a city.
In 2000, about 174 people lived there. The population grew to 276 by 2010. However, by 2020, the number of people living in Bay Center went down slightly to 253. A post office has been in Bay Center since 1876. The community got its name because it is located in the middle of a harbor.
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Where is Bay Center Located?
Bay Center is found at 46°37′48″N 123°57′17″W / 46.63000°N 123.95472°W. This location is near where the Palix River and Niawiakum River flow into the bay.
The community covers a total area of about 0.4 square miles (1.0 square kilometer). All of this area is land.
How Many People Live in Bay Center?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2000 | 174 | — | |
| 2010 | 276 | 58.6% | |
| 2020 | 253 | −8.3% | |
| US Decennial Census 2020 Census |
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According to the census from 2000, there were 174 people living in Bay Center. These people lived in 70 different homes, with 42 of those being families.
The population density was about 443.7 people per square mile. This means that for every square mile, there were roughly 444 people.
Who Are Some Famous People From Bay Center?
- Colin Cowherd, a well-known television host.
See also
In Spanish: Bay Center (Washington) para niños
