Boyne City, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
3,829 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
37.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$68,087 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$233,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$632 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$744 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Charlevoix County
2
Michigan
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Charlevoix County
2
Michigan
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 31 20
Feb 1 21 21
Mar 2 12 29
Apr 2 4 42
May 3 0 52
Jun 3 0 62
Jul 3 0 68
Aug 3 0 66
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 4 1 47
Nov 3 9 36
Dec 2 31 26

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 38% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MI State Senate District 37, MI State House District 107, MI
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Schools

CharEm Alternative Schools
<1 miles, SW • 3.2 star
MorganShaw School
<1 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Boyne City Middle School
<1 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

North Central Michigan College
11 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Northwestern Michigan College
42 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Kirtland Community College
45 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

McLaren Northern Michigan
11 miles, NE • 5 star
Charlevoix Area Hospital
15 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Kalkaska Memorial Health Center
34 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Cherry Capital Airport
43 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Alpena County Regional Airport
71 miles, SE • 1 star
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