New Buffalo, MI

Michigan · Berrien County · Niles Metro

New Buffalo is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,306. Residents earn $64,524 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0

B Good

1,306 Population 529/sq mi density

$64,524 Median Income $53,185 per capita

$342,700 Home Value $632,555 Zillow

$825 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent

50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr

107 Violent Crime/100K 693 property/100K

Overall

3.3 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.2 / 5.0

$64,524 median income, 1.1% unemployment

B+

Affordability

3.7 / 5.0

$342,700 home value, $825/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

107 violent crimes/100K (72% below avg)

Education

4.2 / 5.0

40.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $64,524

14% lower than US avg

Home Value $342,700

22% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 107/100K

72% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 40.1%

19% higher than US avg

Median Rent $825

29% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.9%

9% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.1%

69% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 7.5%

40% lower than US avg

How New Buffalo Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,306

Median Age53.8 yrs

Density529/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 91%

Veterans5.3%

Economy

Median Income$64,524

Per Capita$53,185

Unemployment1.1%

Poverty7.5%

County GDP$9,718M

Commute21 min

Housing

B+

Home Value$342,700

Rent$825

Ownership76.3%

Zillow$632,555

Housing Units1,602

Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

Violent107/100K

Property693/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault107/100K

Burglary107/100K

Health

Obesity34.9%

Uninsured6.1%

Smoking11.6%

Depression26.5%

Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain42.6 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation640 ft (195 m)

Education

Bachelor's+40.1%

High School+91.9%

Graduate+16.7%

School Score5.22

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 45%

Commute21 min

Broadband82.6%

EV Stations7

Libraries14

Is New Buffalo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Buffalo receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. New Buffalo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Buffalo is $64,524, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Buffalo is $342,700, 22% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

New Buffalo is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 107 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 693 per 100,000, 65% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

New Buffalo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches, including 65.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

New Buffalo has a population of 1,306 with a density of 529 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles. The median age is 53.8 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.1% female and 47.9% male. The city is predominantly White (91.2%), with 1.3% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 89.6% of residents, while 10.4% speak Spanish. 5.3% of the population are veterans. 9.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 93.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,306

Total Population

529

People / sq mi

53.8yrs

Median Age

38% above US avg

2.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%

Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

New Buffalo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 89.6%

14% above US avg

Spanish 10.4%

22% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Buffalo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Buffalo is $64,524, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $53,185 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,096, 23% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 4,096 business establishments, including 391 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.2, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 12.4% of workers work from home.

Income: New Buffalo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$64,524
	14% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$53,185
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,096
IRS Avg AGI	$80,573
Gini Index	0.482 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.1%
	69% below US avg
Poverty Rate	7.5%
	40% below US avg
Establishments (County)	4,096
County GDP	$9,718M

Business (County)

Restaurants	391
Healthcare	432
Retail	544
Manufacturing	268

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$7,061
	102% above US avg
Cost of Living	96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	20.6 min
Drive Alone	76.0%
Public Transit	1.0%
Work from Home	12.4%

Walkability

The median home value in New Buffalo is $342,700, 22% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $632,555, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 101.1% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $891 for a one-bedroom to $1,113 for a two-bedroom apartment. 76.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,602 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1977. The average annual property tax is $7,061 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 27.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$342,700
	22% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$632,555
Median List Price	$669,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$669,000
$/Sq Ft	$483
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	101.1%
Price Drops	4.8%
Inventory	21

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$825
	29% below US avg
Rent Burden	27.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	76.3%
Owner-Occupied	76.3%
Renter-Occupied	23.7%
Housing Units	1,602
Median Year Built	1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$7,061
	102% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.06%

In New Buffalo, 34.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.0% of residents. 29.6% have high blood pressure. 11.6% are current smokers. 18.8% report binge drinking. 20.0% are physically inactive, below the national average. 26.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 16.7% experience frequent mental distress. 6.1% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,255. The dentist ratio is 1:1,778. 79.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.2 out of 10.

Health Metrics: New Buffalo vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.9%
	9% above US avg
Diabetes	8.5%
Heart Disease	5.0%
High Blood Pressure	29.6%
Asthma	11.0%
COPD	5.7%
Cancer	8.0%
Stroke	2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	11.6%
	17% below US avg
Binge Drinking	18.8%
Physical Inactivity	20.0%
Depression	26.5%
Mental Distress	16.7%
Physical Distress	11.6%
Short Sleep	36.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.4%
Uninsured	6.1%
	29% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,255
Dentists	1:1,778
Mental Health	1:316
Checkup Rate	76.9%
Dental Visits	68.0%
Premature Death	9,398/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.2/10
Exercise Access	79.6%
Healthcare Facilities	432

New Buffalo has a violent crime rate of 107 per 100,000 residents, 72% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 106.6 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 693 per 100,000, 65% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 586, burglary at 107, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 13 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, New Buffalo receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: New Buffalo vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	106.6/100K
	72% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	106.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	692.6/100K
	65% below US avg
Burglary	106.6/100K
Theft	586.0/100K
Vehicle Theft	0.0/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	13
Traffic Accidents	110
Avg Accident Severity	2.7 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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New Buffalo experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. The area receives 65.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 640 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	50.0°F
	7% below US avg
January Average	24°F (-4°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	640 ft (195 m)
Area	2.5 sq mi (6.6 km²)
Population Density	529/sq mi
Coordinates	41.7914°N, 86.7425°W
Timezone	America/Detroit
County	Berrien County County
Nearest Airport	South Bend International (SBN) 23 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.6"

12% above US avg

Snowfall 65.2"

Wettest Month (Jun) 4.13"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.73"

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0478 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	81.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability	44.1 / 100
Community Resilience	98.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Very Low
Coastal Flood	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.3 on Jun 30, 2015.

May 2, 2015	5 km S of Galesburg, Michigan	M4.2	119 km
Feb 10, 2010	2 km NW of Lily Lake, Illinois	M3.8	147 km
Jun 30, 2015	5 km NNE of Burlington, Michigan	M3.3	146 km
Nov 4, 2013	1 km SSW of Lyons, Illinois	M3.2	90 km
Jan 26, 2012	5 km NE of Topeka, Indiana	M3.0	107 km
Mar 25, 2015	3 km WNW of Lake in the Hills, Illinois	M2.9	141 km
Jun 10, 2013	4 km NNE of Virgil, Illinois	M2.6	148 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

399 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 121 fatalities, 1,689 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 21, 1967	EF4	91 km	33
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	64 km	31
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	89 km	5
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	51 km	36
Oct 18, 2007	EF3	73 km	0
Oct 24, 2001	EF3	32 km	1
May 13, 1980	EF3	64 km	0
Mar 12, 1976	EF3	21 km	0
Mar 12, 1976	EF3	57 km	0
Jun 20, 1974	EF3	80 km	0
Oct 24, 1967	EF3	48 km	0
Nov 26, 1965	EF3	23 km	0
Nov 12, 1965	EF3	67 km	0
Apr 11, 1965	EF3	51 km	10
Apr 11, 1965	EF3	62 km	0
Apr 30, 1962	EF3	23 km	0
Apr 30, 1962	EF3	60 km	0
Jun 14, 1957	EF3	88 km	0
Aug 12, 1956	EF3	75 km	0
Apr 3, 1956	EF3	73 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1954	MICHIGAN CITY, IN (LAKE MICHIGAN)	Avalanche	3.0 m	7	16 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

3 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: OGDEN DUNS (863 ac, 1986).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1986	OGDEN DUNS	863	44 km
2021	21-INDU TOLLESTON DUNES EAST	594	44 km
2017	17 INDU COWLES DUNES	522	34 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	24°F (-4°C)	2.1 in	Coldest
February	28°F (-2°C)	1.7 in	Driest
March	37°F (3°C)	2.8 in
April	48°F (9°C)	3.6 in
May	58°F (15°C)	3.4 in
June	68°F (20°C)	4.1 in	Wettest
July	73°F (23°C)	3.7 in	Warmest
August	71°F (22°C)	3.8 in
September	64°F (18°C)	3.9 in
October	53°F (12°C)	3.1 in
November	41°F (5°C)	3.5 in
December	30°F (-1°C)	3.0 in

New Buffalo has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 24°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.7").

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New Buffalo is located in Berrien County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 40.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 19% above the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. 16.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 53.2% of the vote, a 7.9-point margin. 82.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 7 EV charging stations. There are 14 public libraries serving the community. 432 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 76% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.2%

D 45.4%

Winner: Republican by 7.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	13
Traffic Accidents	110
Avg Accident Severity	2.7 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	40.1%
	19% above US avg
High School+	91.9%
Graduate Degree+	16.7%
School Test Score	5.22

A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3	Metro / under 250K
Population Density	529/sq mi
Total Area	2.5 sq mi
County	Berrien County County

Services

Broadband Access	82.6%
Avg Download Speed	161.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	49.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	7
Alt Fuel Stations	8
Public Libraries	14
Healthcare Facilities	432
Restaurants	391
Retail Stores	544

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	20.6 min
Drive Alone	76.0%
Public Transit	1.0%
Work from Home	12.4%

Average costs for common services in New Buffalo. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$241 ($144–$385)
Specialist Visit	$337 ($192–$529)
Urgent Care Visit	$192 ($96–$337)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,116 ($770–$4,810)
Dental Cleaning	$125 ($72–$192)
Dental Filling	$241 ($144–$385)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$43 ($24–$72)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$72 ($48–$115)
Brake Pad Replacement	$289 ($144–$481)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$72)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$577 ($385–$962)
Battery Replacement	$192 ($96–$337)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$96 ($58–$144)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$87 ($48–$135)
HVAC Repair	$385 ($144–$770)
HVAC System Install	$6,734 ($3,848–$11,544)
Roof Repair	$962 ($385–$1,924)
Roof Replacement	$8,658 ($5,291–$14,430)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,443 ($481–$3,367)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,430 ($4,810–$28,860)
DUI Defense	$4,810 ($1,924–$9,620)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,443 ($770–$2,886)
Will Preparation	$481 ($192–$962)
Trust Preparation	$2,405 ($962–$4,810)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut	$53 ($29–$96)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$144 ($72–$241)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour)	$77 ($48–$125)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.94 ($2.89–$5.29)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.37 ($2.41–$4.81)
Loaf of Bread	$3.66 ($2.41–$5.29)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.33 ($2.89–$6.25)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.29 ($3.85–$7.22)
Rice (per lb)	$0.96 ($0.58–$1.73)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$135 ($77–$241)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$67 ($29–$144)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$67 ($38–$115)
Internet (Monthly)	$67 ($38–$96)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$63 ($29–$96)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$82 ($48–$144)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$192 ($72–$481)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,924 ($1,154–$3,367)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$67 ($29–$125)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.70–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$96 ($29–$241)
Driver's License Renewal	$29 ($14–$72)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,154 ($577–$2,405)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$962 ($481–$1,924)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$385 ($192–$673)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$48 ($24–$96)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$962 ($385–$2,405)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,025 ($4,810–$28,860)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$58 ($29–$96)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$96 ($48–$192)
Dog Grooming	$58 ($29–$96)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$72)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$289 ($144–$481)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$192 ($96–$385)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$594
Toddler	$594
Preschool	$494
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$831
Toddler	$674
Preschool	$670

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Berrien County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	11,601	312	$83,266	2.33
Health Care & Social Assistance	8,001	587	$57,662	0.92
Retail Trade	7,096	498	$34,508	1.17
Accommodation & Food Services	6,789	389	$23,690	1.23
Administrative & Waste Services	3,037	192	$48,646	0.85
Other Services	2,176	393	$37,863	1.19
Finance & Insurance	2,013	180	$84,874	0.82
Construction	1,974	342	$73,579	0.62
Wholesale Trade	1,822	137	$64,743	0.76
Professional & Technical Services	1,375	312	$75,557	0.33
Educational Services	1,259	42	$43,739	1.00
Agriculture & Forestry	1,186	102	$29,007	2.42
Arts & Entertainment	866	83	$26,791	0.85
Real Estate	493	150	$47,520	0.52
Information & Technology	386	60	$59,856	0.34
Unclassified	171	55	$50,988	2.02
Management of Companies	119	12	$109,463	0.12
Mining & Oil/Gas	94	6	$123,568	0.41

Schools in New Buffalo

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
New Buffalo Elementary School	Elementary	220	20	11.0:1
New Buffalo Senior High School	High	178	16	11.1:1
New Buffalo Middle School	Middle	138	13	10.6:1

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Radio Stations near New Buffalo

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Cosy 103.7	—	AAC+ 64 kbps
Ancient Faith Music	—	AAC+ 96 kbps
Vocalo Radio	urban contemporary	MP3 128 kbps
Ancient Faith Talk	—	AAC+ 96 kbps
WETF-LP FM 105.7 South Bend, IN	—	MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near New Buffalo

5 campgrounds found near New Buffalo.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Chellberg Farm Picnic Shelters	5.0/5	3	$25–$50
Dunewood Campground	4.4/5	66	$25
Dunbar Group Site	4.3/5	1	$100
Central Avenue Walk-in Sites	3.4/5	5	$25
West Beach Picnic Shelters	2.0/5	8	$25

National Parks Near New Buffalo

16 national parks and monuments found near New Buffalo.

Park	Type	Fee
Bass Lake State Beach	State Park	Free
Calumet Park	State Park	Free
Grand Mere State Park	State Park	Free
Holland State Park (Ottawa Beach)	State Park	Free
Indiana Dunes National Park	National Park	$20
Indiana Dunes State Park	State Park	Free
Jasper Dairy Road Park	State Park	Free
Kal-Haven Trail Sesq. State Park	State Park	Free
Potato Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Pullman National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Saugatuck Dunes State Park	State Park	Free
Tippecanoe River State Park	State Park	Free
Van Buren State Park	State Park	Free
Van Buren Trail State Park	State Park	Free
Warren Dunes State Park	State Park	Free
Warren Woods State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — New Buffalo

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	1,884	$40,278
2015	1,880	$45,685
2017	1,877	$49,602
2019	1,867	$48,102
2021	1,690	$59,226
2023	1,694	$64,524

Museums in New Buffalo

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
UNITED WAY OF GREATER LA PORTE COUNTY	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		2192103534	$1,005,698
HESSTON STEAM MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2197782783	$247,684
HISTORIC NEW CARLISLE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5746543897	$153,358
MICHIGAN HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5173733559	$83,894
OLD LIGHTHOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	1 WASHINGTON STREET	2198726133	$83,894
NEW BUFFALO RAILROAD MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM			$48,270
MICHIGAN CITY ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION	115 LAKE SHORE DR	2198731510	$46,816
PEOPLE ENGAGING IN PRESERVATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$39,017
REGION OF THREE OAKS MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2697569355	$10,328
BARKER MANSION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2198731520
BARTHOLOMEW ALYCE CHLD MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2198748222
BEVERLY SHORES MUSEUM AND ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM	525 BROADWAY	2198781517
DOOR PRAIRIE AUTO MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	2405 INDIANA AVE	2193261337
GALIEN WOODS HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
GREAT LAKES MUSEUM OF MILITARY HISTORY	GENERAL MUSEUM
LAPORTE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2193246767
POLISH AMERICAN HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
RAG TOPS MUSEUM OF MI CITY	GENERAL MUSEUM		2198781514
SCARLET MACAW	GENERAL MUSEUM		2694268226
WESTVILLE COMMUNITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in New Buffalo

Name	Address	Annual Visits
LA PORTE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	904 INDIANA AVENUE	307,589
MICHIGAN CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY	100 EAST 4TH STREET	225,626
LINCOLN TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY	2099 WEST JOHN BEERS ROAD	114,078
NEW CARLISLE & OLIVE TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY	408 SOUTH BRAY STREET	80,350
BRIDGMAN PUBLIC LIBRARY	4460 LAKE STREET	71,580
NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY	33 NORTH THOMPSON STREET	70,000
GALIEN TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY	302 NORTH CLEVELAND AVENUE	8,307
WESTVILLE-NEW DURHAM TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY	153 MAIN STREET	7,596
THREE OAKS TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY	3 NORTH ELM STREET	4,100

Farmers Markets in New Buffalo

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
LaPorte Farmers Market	Downtown on State St. North of Courthouse
Mark's Farm Market & Greenhouses	4374 W US Hwy 20	April to December	Mon:9:00 am - 6:00 pm;Tue:9:00 am - 6:00 pm;Wed:9:00 am - 6:00 pm;Thu:9:00 am - 6:00 pm;Fri:9:00 am		Visit
Riverside Market	234 East 2nd Street
St. Stanislaus of Michigan City Farmer's Market	109 Ann Street	04/30/2016 to 10/29/2016	Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes
The La Porte Farmers Market	Lincolnway and Monroe Street, Downtown LaPorte	05/17/2014 to 10/25/2014	Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Three Oaks Farmers Market	15 S Central	05/25/2013 to 10/26/2013	Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;		Visit

Breweries in New Buffalo

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Back Road Brewery	Restaurant, Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Beer & Ale, Brewery	308 Perry St	2193627623	Visit
Brew Basic	Brewers	113 York St	2192103184
Free Run Cellars	Winery, Winery and Brewery, Brewery	9185 Union	2694696885	Visit
Ghost Island Brewery	Brewers	1 Riverview Rd	2192424800	Visit
Greenbush Brewing Co	Brewers	5870 Sawyer Rd	2694051223	Visit
Greenbush Brewing Company	Restaurant, Food & Drink, Brewery, Breweries	5885 Sawyer Rd	12694051076, 2694051076	Visit
Pleasant House Brewing Company	Brewery and Gastropub	9 N Elm St		Visit
Salad Bar Michigan City	Restaurants, Barbecue, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Caterers, Restaurant Delivery	415 E Us Highway 20	2192620610	Visit
Tapistry Brewing Co	Brewers, Brewery and Pub	4236 Lake St	2692667349	Visit
Transient Artisan Ales	Breweries, Food & Drink	4229 Lake St

Pharmacies in New Buffalo

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
NEW BUFFALO DRUGS	1 NORTH WHITTAKER STREET	269-469-3636

EV Charging Stations in New Buffalo

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	Connectors	Access
E Mechanic Street Parking	114 E Mechanic St	Non-Networked	2	J1772	public
FW CASINO NB 2ND FLOOR	11111 Wilson Rd	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
FW CASINO NB 3RD FLOOR	11111 Wilson Rd	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
MARINAGRAND MARINAGRAND	600 W Water St	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
New Buffalo	17425 Red Arrow Hwy	RED_E	6	J1772	public
SureStay Hotel by Best Western	11539 O'Brien Ct	Non-Networked	1	TESLA	public

Cell Towers in New Buffalo

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
51740 County Line Road	GTOWER	107
51740 County Line Road	GTOWER	107
51740 County Line Road	TOWER	107
3538 Monroe Street (82304)	MTOWER	106
3538 Monroe Street (82304)	MTOWER	106
16170 Lakeside Road (111338)	GTOWER	102
16170 Lakeside Road (111338)	GTOWER	102
14242 THREE OAKS RD (111250)	GTOWER	96
14242 THREE OAKS RD (111250)	GTOWER	96
3689 East County Road 800 North (110925)	GTOWER	95
3689 East County Road 800 North (110925)	GTOWER	95
700 West Fourth Street (15747)	LTOWER	81
700 West Fourth Street (15747)	LTOWER	81
5615 North 350 East (416)	LTOWER	79
5615 North 350 East (416)	LTOWER	79
8355 North 600 East (82303)	LTOWER	76
8355 North 600 East (82303)	LTOWER	76
1931 LAKE SHORE CR (99242)	GTOWER	75
1931 LAKE SHORE CR (99242)	GTOWER	75
9555 West County Road 125 South (404)	LTOWER	67
9555 West County Road 125 South (404)	LTOWER	67
3877 West County Road 925 North (16257)	MTOWER	61
3877 West County Road 925 North (16257)	MTOWER	61
10781 Maudlin Road (16708)	MTOWER	61
10781 Maudlin Road (16708)	MTOWER	61
4460 North Roosevelt Road (98316)	MTOWER	61
4460 North Roosevelt Road (98316)	MTOWER	61
478 E. County Road 1000 N. (14770)	MTOWER	61
930 South Woodland Avenue (16626)	MTOWER	61
930 South Woodland Avenue (16626)	MTOWER	61
478 E. County Road 1000 N. (14770)	MTOWER	61
Waterford Site 3613 N 950 W - HV218/421 & 94	TOWER	61
4266 N CR 525 W	TOWER	58
9555 W. 125 South	TOWER	56
825-B South Whittacker (111081)	MTOWER	49
825-B South Whittacker (111081)	MTOWER	49

Fire Stations in New Buffalo

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
New Buffalo City Fire Department	35 N Harrison ST	Volunteer			269-469-4993
New Buffalo Township Fire Dept	17425 Red Arrow HWY	Volunteer			269-469-4117

Bridges in New Buffalo

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete	2020	22	45,139	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1998	240	19,340	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1998	240	19,340	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete	2008	195	18,879	G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete	2008	195	18,879	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	157	18,879	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	157	18,879	F
Culvert	Concrete	2013	22	7,200	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1963	243	6,400	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1953	129	6,125	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1975	198	5,615	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1992	104	4,898	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete continuous	2003	172	4,896	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1964	276	676	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1971	258	625	F
Culvert	Steel	1984	30	225	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1935	27	175	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1983	87	155	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1962	291	149	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1908	65	35	F

Amtrak Stations in New Buffalo

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
New Buffalo, MI	226 North Whittaker Street	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near New Buffalo

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
ANR PIPELINE COMPANY - BRIDGMAN COMPRESSOR STATION (N5575)	3372 BROWNTOWN ROAD	BERRIEN
SOUTH SHORE POWER PLT	3835 LEMON CREEK RD	BERRIEN

Airports Near New Buffalo

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Gary/Chicago International Airport	GYY	Medium Airport
Michigan City Municipal Airport	MGC	Medium Airport
Porter County Municipal Airport	VPZ	Medium Airport
South Bend International Airport	SBN	Medium Airport
Alley Oop Airport	—	Small Airport
Ames Field	—	Small Airport
Andrews University Airpark	—	Small Airport
Arens Field	—	Small Airport
Arrowhead Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Ball Field	—	Small Airport
Baroda Airport	—	Small Airport
Benedick Airport	—	Small Airport
Berger Airport	—	Small Airport
Birkey Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Blackhawk Airport	—	Small Airport
Blackmon Field	—	Small Airport
Bodin Airport	—	Small Airport
C. V. Airport	—	Small Airport
Chain-O-Lakes Airport	—	Small Airport
Creighton Airport	—	Small Airport
Crown Point Airfield	—	Small Airport
Crump Airport	—	Small Airport
Ddt Field	—	Small Airport
Dillon Airport	—	Small Airport
Dowagiac Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Drake Field	—	Small Airport
Dreessen Field	—	Small Airport
Eby Field	—	Small Airport
Elkhart Municipal Airport	EKI	Small Airport
Flying M Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying U Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Foos Field	—	Small Airport
Fulton County Airport	RCR	Small Airport
Griffith-Merrillville Airport	—	Small Airport
Hancock Airport	—	Small Airport
Heritage Farm Field	—	Small Airport
Hobart Sky Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Hustons Airport	—	Small Airport
I & C Field	—	Small Airport
Jerry Tyler Memorial Airport	NLE	Small Airport
La Porte Municipal Airport	LPO	Small Airport
Lake Village Airport	—	Small Airport
Lou Abbett Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
May's Strip	—	Small Airport
Mentone Airport	—	Small Airport
Mishawaka Pilots Club Airport	—	Small Airport
Myers Airport	—	Small Airport
Nelund Field	—	Small Airport
Norm's Airport	—	Small Airport
Orthodontic Strip	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in New Buffalo

16 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Bridgman Police Department
Chikaming Township Police Department
Grand Beach Police Department
Lakeside Township Police Department
LaPorte City Police	1206 Michigan Avenue
Lincoln Township Police Department
Lincoln Township Police Department
Long Beach Police Dept.
Michiana Police Department
Michigan City Police Department	1201 East Michigan Boulevard
New Buffalo Police Department
New Buffalo Police Department
New Troy Police Department
New Troy Police Department
Three Oaks Police Department
Three Oaks Police Department

Grocery Stores in New Buffalo

3 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Barney's Market	Super Store	10 N Thompson St
DOLLAR GENERAL 10048	Other	18519 Harbor Country Dr
New Buffalo Shell 1725	Convenience Store	18913 Harbor Country Dr

Post Offices in New Buffalo

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Union Pier Post Office

Treatment Centers in New Buffalo

2 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Groups Recover Together	Substance Abuse	888-858-1723
NorthShore Health Centers	Substance Abuse	219-763-8112

Churches & Religious Organizations in New Buffalo

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
BERRIEN COUNTY GREEK ORTHODOX COMMUNITY	18000 BEHNER ROAD
FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	18732 HARBOR COUNTRY DR
JOURNEY LUTHERAN CHURCH OF HARBOR COUNTRY	1615 E BUFFALO ST
KALAMAZOO DIOCESAN COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN	9950 MAUDLIN RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About New Buffalo

What is the population of New Buffalo?

New Buffalo has a population of 1,306 residents and is located in Michigan. The population density is 529 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.1% female and 47.9% male.

Is New Buffalo expensive to live in?

New Buffalo has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 96.2 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $64,524, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $342,700 (22% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is New Buffalo safe?

New Buffalo is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 107 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 693 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, New Buffalo receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in New Buffalo?

New Buffalo has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.6 inches, with 65.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in New Buffalo?

The job market in New Buffalo is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,096. There are 4,096 business establishments in the area, including 391 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 12.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in New Buffalo?

The median home value in New Buffalo is $342,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $632,555. For renters, the median monthly rent is $825. Fair market rent is $891 for a 1-bedroom and $1,113 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 76.3%. The average annual property tax is $7,061.

How are the schools in New Buffalo?

Schools in New Buffalo score 5.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 40.1% of adults in New Buffalo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. 16.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is New Buffalo?

The obesity rate in New Buffalo is 34.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 11.6% of adults are smokers. 20.0% are physically inactive. 26.5% of residents report depression. 6.1% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 79.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,255.

What is transportation like in New Buffalo?

The average commute in New Buffalo is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 76% of workers drive alone to work, 1% use public transit, and 12.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of New Buffalo?

The racial and ethnic makeup of New Buffalo is 91.2% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 1.3% Hispanic or Latino. 89.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 10.4% speak Spanish. 5.3% of the population are military veterans. 9.7% of residents have a disability. 93.4% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

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