New Buffalo, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Berrien County County
New Buffalo, MI
At a Glance
How New Buffalo Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows New Buffalo's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is New Buffalo a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
New Buffalo residents earn a median household income of $64,524 , which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $53,185. The unemployment rate stands at 1.9% (47% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,096 business establishments, including 391 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in New Buffalo is $342,700 , 22% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $676,597. Median rent is $825/month, with 27.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1977.
Safety & Crime
New Buffalo reports 118 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 69% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 118/100K.
Education
40.1% of adults in New Buffalo hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% above the national average). 91.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
New Buffalo has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.