Bay County is a county located in the U.S. state of Florida. As of the most recent data available, the county has a population of approximately 148,217 people, with a population density of about 194.00 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 764.00 square miles (1,979.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Panama City, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Panama City.
Geographically, Bay County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Youngstown 88 ft and its lowest point at Springfield 0 ft. The region operates in the UTC-6.