The big advantage to buying new is that you will get exactly what you want (i.e. model, power, options, etc.) You will also have peace of mind with a new warranty and not worrying about what the previous owner did to it. If you can find what you are looking for at a dealer this is a real good time of year to boat shop. Dealer's don't carry the inventory they used to but the one's they have left in inventory now they should be willing to deal on (or sit on it the rest of winter).
With that said, there are plenty of good used boats out there and yes they will be a lot cheaper than a new one. The advantage to buying in the area is that a good chunk of them have never seen salt water. Also, when you buy used you'll likely get some form of electronics, covers, and other things you'll have to buy with a new one.
I would keep an open mind to both (new and used) and see what you come up with.
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