Below is a list of cities, towns, and villages in Bay County, Florida
Cities in Bay County
1. Panama City
2. Lynn Haven
3. Callaway
4. Mexico Beach
5. Parker
6. Springfield
7. Cedar Grove
8. Panama City Beach
9. Bayou George
10. Pretty Bayou
11. Hiland Park
12. Upper Grand Lagoon
13. Lower Grand Lagoon
14. Laguna Beach
15. Tyndall AFB (part of Panama City)
16. Bear Creek
17. Youngstown
18. Fountain
19. Bayou Joseph
20. Bennett
21. Sunnyside
Quick Facts
Here’s a detailed table about Bay County, Florida
Category |
Quick Facts |
County Seat |
Panama City |
Area |
1,033 square miles |
Population |
Approximately 200,000 (as of 2022) |
Major Cities |
Panama City, Lynn Haven, Panama City Beach |
Largest Beach |
Panama City Beach |
Geographical Features |
Gulf of Mexico, St. Andrews Bay |
Tourist Attractions |
St. Andrews State Park, Shipwreck Island Waterpark, Gulf World Marine Park |
Economy |
Tourism, military presence, healthcare, and manufacturing |
Education |
Bay District Schools (public school system) |
Notable Landmarks |
Tyndall Air Force Base, Hathaway Bridge |
Major Highways |
U.S. Route 98, State Road 77 |
Airport |
Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) |
Government |
Board of County Commissioners, County Manager |
Official Website |
Do I need a business license in Bay County, Florida?
No, you don’t. However, zoning regulates where businesses are allowed. You need to contact Planning and Zoning at 850-248-8250 for questions concerning zoning, or see the zoning guidelines by viewing the Bay County Land Development Regulations.
How old is Bay County, Florida?
Bay County is 110 years old because the Legislature formed it on July 1, 1913, from portions of Washington, Calhoun, and Walton counties.
Can a foreigner open a business in Florida?
Anyone, anywhere in the world, can form a business in Florida. There is no requirement that you be a citizen of Florida to do business in the Sunshine State.
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