Boyne City, MI vs New Buffalo, MI

Boyne City is moderately more affordable than New Buffalo, with a 6.4% lower cost of living index. Boyne City scores 79 compared to 85 for New Buffalo, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of New Buffalo can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Boyne City is $893/month compared to $825/month in New Buffalo — a 8% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while New Buffalo has cheaper rent, Boyne City actually has lower median home values ($233,900 vs $342,700).

Median household income in Boyne City is $68,087 compared to $64,524 in New Buffalo (+5.5%). Boyne City offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Boyne City spend roughly 15.7% of their income on rent, more than the 15.3% in New Buffalo.