New Buffalo city, Michigan
New Buffalo city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
New Buffalo city is a geographic entity located in Berrien County, Michigan. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,685. The land area covers 2.47 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,685 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 54.5 yrs | ±7.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 749 | ±127 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 1,675 | ±175 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 749 | ±127 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 926 | ±154 |
| Median Home Value | $391,200 | ±$45,684 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,042 | ±$212 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $64,702 | ±$24,988 |
| Per Capita Income | $57,021 | ±$9,754 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.7% | ±7.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 170 | ±106 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.5% | ±1.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 650 | ±149 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.3% | ±8.8% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 1,695 (2024)
ID: 106317
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: DEPUTY CLERK
224 W BUFFALO ST, NEW BUFFALO MI 49117-1899
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GUS Population: 152,703 (2024)
ID: 128247
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
701 MAIN ST, SAINT JOSEPH MI 49085-1316
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 06-12 | Michigan City, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Michigan City, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | BRIDGMAN, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BRIDGMAN, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Chesterton, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Michigan City, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Michigan City, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | LaPorte, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | BRIDGMAN, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | LaPorte, IN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Andrews University
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College | 23.2 mi away | 4150 Administration Drive, Room 136, Berrien Springs, MI, 49104 |
8002532874
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NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.3 mi away | 33 NORTH THOMPSON STREET, NEW BUFFALO, MI, 49117 |
(269) 469-2933
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Twin City Beauty College
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College Vocational | 23.7 mi away | 2600 Lincoln Avenue, Saint Joseph, MI, 49085 |
6163555010
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THREE OAKS TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 3 NORTH ELM STREET, THREE OAKS, MI, 49128 |
(269) 756-5621
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MICHIGAN CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 100 EAST 4TH STREET, MICHIGAN CITY, IN, 46360 |
(219) 873-3040
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COOLSPRING BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 9.9 mi away | 6925 WEST 400 NORTH, MICHIGAN CITY, IN, 46360 |
(219) 879-3272
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LA PORTE COUNTY PUBLIC MOBILE LIBRARY
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Library | 10.4 mi away | 1 EAST MICHIGAN STREET, ROLLING PRAIRIE, IN, 46371 |
(219) 363-6156
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ROLLING PRAIRIE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 10.4 mi away | 1 EAST MICHIGAN, ROLLING PRAIRIE, IN, 46371 |
(219) 778-2390
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GALIEN TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 302 NORTH CLEVELAND AVENUE, GALIEN, MI, 49113 |
(269) 545-8281
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LA PORTE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 904 INDIANA AVE., LA PORTE, IN, 46350 |
(219) 362-6156
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at LAPORTE, IN US, located 12.4 miles from New Buffalo city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.2° | 17.3° | 24.2° | 3.01" | 23.0" |
| February | 35.1° | 20.3° | 27.7° | 2.52" | 16.0" |
| March | 46.0° | 28.7° | 37.4° | 2.70" | 7.1" |
| April | 58.8° | 39.3° | 49.0° | 3.77" | 1.1" |
| May | 70.0° | 50.0° | 60.0° | 4.33" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.9° | 59.7° | 69.3° | 4.38" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.1° | 64.0° | 73.1° | 4.04" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.3° | 62.8° | 71.5° | 4.22" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.4° | 55.2° | 64.8° | 3.38" | 0.0" |
| October | 62.0° | 43.9° | 53.0° | 4.11" | 0.2" |
| November | 47.7° | 32.9° | 40.3° | 3.24" | 4.0" |
| December | 36.2° | 23.5° | 29.9° | 2.85" | 13.8" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Buffalo city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Grand Beach village | Village | 2.6 mi | — |
| Michiana village | Village | 4.0 mi | — |
| Michiana Shores town | Town | 4.6 mi | — |
| Duneland Beach CDP | CDP | 5.1 mi | — |
| Long Beach town | Town | 6.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2602157220. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.