Boyne Falls, Michigan Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Boyne Falls, Michigan had a total population of 361, the 594th largest village in Michigan, with a median household income of $62,159, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 8.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Boyne Falls Quick Facts
How Boyne Falls Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 315 | 361 | +14.6% |
| Median household income | $46,250 | $62,159 | +34.4% |
| Median home value | $160,400 | $167,700 | +4.6% |
How Boyne Falls Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Boyne Falls Rankings in Michigan
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Other Cities in Charlevoix County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boyne City | 3,825 | $64,855 | 7.8% | $249,000 |
| Charlevoix | 2,392 | $47,917 | 24.8% | $331,500 |
| East Jordan | 2,023 | $60,104 | 10.5% | $148,000 |
| Advance | 377 | $110,417 | 3.5% | $563,800 |
| Horton Bay | 374 | $69,926 | 10.2% | $345,500 |
| Walloon Lake | 294 | $87,303 | 4.4% | $285,400 |
| St. James | 269 | $62,917 | 10.2% | $325,000 |
| Ironton | 173 | $93,750 | 6.9% | $246,400 |
| Norwood | 126 | $68,125 | 18.3% | $353,800 |
Cities Similar to Boyne Falls
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hersey | 360 | $60,500 | $157,500 | 11.7% | 13.6% |
| Hanover | 375 | $62,656 | $145,800 | 8.7% | 12.5% |
| Estral Beach | 372 | $67,083 | $219,300 | 28.3% | 11.1% |
| Brimley | 345 | $65,313 | $146,400 | 29.8% | 10.1% |
| Glen Arbor | 336 | N/A | $700,000 | 76.8% | 1.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 361, Boyne Falls's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Boyne Falls is a small community located in Michigan, within Charlevoix County. The total population is 361. It ranks as the 594th most populous out of 745 Census-designated places in Michigan.
Age Demographics
The median age in Boyne Falls is 36.8 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 40.2 years. 12.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Boyne Falls is $62,159. This is 15% lower than the state median of $72,875. It is also 23% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.5%. This is 43% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.2%. The unemployment rate is 4.2%. This is 26% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $167,700. Housing costs are 28% lower than the state median of $231,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Boyne Falls is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 68.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% lower than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Boyne Falls has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.5%.
Education
8.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 74% lower than the state rate of 32.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 96.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Boyne Falls, Michigan is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Michigan state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 745 Census-designated places in Michigan. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Boyne Falls, Michigan?
Boyne Falls, Michigan has a population of 361 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Boyne Falls, MI?
The median household income in Boyne Falls is $62,159, which is 23% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Boyne Falls, MI?
The poverty rate in Boyne Falls is 7.5%. This means approximately 27 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Boyne Falls, Michigan?
Boyne Falls's population is 88.1% White, 0.0% Black, 5.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Boyne Falls, MI?
The median home value in Boyne Falls is $167,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.
How educated is Boyne Falls, Michigan?
8.5% of adults (25+) in Boyne Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.