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Boyne Falls, MI

Michigan

Boyne Falls is a small town in Michigan with a population of 315. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
315 Population 563/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $31,319 per capita
$160,400 Home Value $356,743 Zillow
$821 Median Rent 30.8% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$160,400 home value, $821/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $160,400
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.8%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $821
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.7%
19% higher than US avg

How Boyne Falls Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population315
Median Age42.9 yrs
Density563/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans11.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$31,319
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty14.7%
County GDP$1,498M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$160,400
Rent$821
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$356,743
Housing Units198
Rent Burden30.8%

Health

Obesity36.6%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking16.1%
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.2 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation719 ft (219 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.8%
High School+94.8%
Graduate+4.2%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute21 min
Broadband79.3%
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Boyne Falls a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Boyne Falls receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Boyne Falls offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Boyne Falls is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. 14.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Boyne Falls is $160,400, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $821 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Boyne Falls experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.2 inches, including 111.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Boyne Falls has a population of 315 with a density of 563 people per square mile. The median age is 42.9 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.3%), with 5.1% Hispanic.

Population

315
Total Population
563
People / sq mi
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Boyne Falls vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.5%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.5%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Boyne Falls vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Boyne Falls is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Boyne Falls vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,319
Avg Weekly Wage$1,022
IRS Avg AGI$63,187

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.7%
19% above US avg
Establishments (County)811
County GDP$1,498M

Business (County)

Restaurants72
Healthcare99
Retail147
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,149
19% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Boyne Falls is $160,400, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $821 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $356,743.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,400
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$356,743

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$821
29% below US avg
Rent Burden30.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.6%
Housing Units198
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,149
19% above US avg
Effective Rate2.59%
In Boyne Falls, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 27.9% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Boyne Falls vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma11.9%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep35.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.6%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.7%
Dental Visits69.3%
Premature Death9,434/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access80.0%
Healthcare Facilities99
Boyne Falls has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.2 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.2 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall111.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation719 ft (219 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density563/sq mi
Coordinates45.1681°N, 84.9135°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26137
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.3-point margin. 79.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 31.6%

Winner: Republican by 35.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.8%
74% below US avg
High School+94.8%
Graduate Degree+4.2%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density563/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.3%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities99
Restaurants72
Retail Stores147

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.4%

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