Bal Harbour, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Bal Harbour is a small town in Florida with a population of 3,021. Residents earn $91,061 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
3,021 Population 7,950/sq mi density
$91,061 Median Income $116,504 per capita
$1,277,200 Home Value $1,954,311 Zillow
$2,734 Median Rent
76°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$91,061 median income, 4.7% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$1,277,200 home value, $2,734/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
67.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,061
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,277,200
353% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 67.1%
99% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,734
135% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.9%
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.2%
6% higher than US avg

How Bal Harbour Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,021
Median Age49.9 yrs
Density7,950/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 79%

Economy

A
Median Income$91,061
Per Capita$116,504
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty13.2%
County GDP$260,837M
Commute34 min

Housing

F
Home Value$1,277,200
Rent$2,734
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,954,311

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity23.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.6%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.2 in/yr
Elevation11 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+67.1%
High School+99.1%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
Commute34 min
EV Stations3
Libraries63

Is Bal Harbour a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bal Harbour receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Bal Harbour offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bal Harbour is $91,061, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bal Harbour is $1,277,200, making it a premium housing market at 353% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,734 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 14x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Bal Harbour is a highly educated community — 67.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Bal Harbour has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Bal Harbour has a population of 3,021 with a density of 7,950 people per square mile. The median age is 49.9 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.3%).

Population

3,021
Total Population
7,950
People / sq mi
49.9yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Bal Harbour vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only44.5%
43% below US avg
Spanish55.5%
314% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bal Harbour vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bal Harbour is $91,061, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Bal Harbour vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,061
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$116,504
Avg Weekly Wage$1,492
IRS Avg AGI$111,222

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.2%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)123,309
County GDP$260,837M

Business (County)

Restaurants6,356
Healthcare11,061
Retail10,749
Manufacturing2,137

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$12,130
247% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.3 min
Work from Home20.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Bal Harbour is $1,277,200, 353% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,734 (135% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,954,311.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,277,200
353% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,954,311
Median List Price$2,575,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$2,575,000
$/Sq Ft$785
Homes Sold13
Sale-to-List Ratio91.4%
Price Drops15.0%
Inventory100

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,734
135% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$10,186

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,212
1 Bedroom$1,296
2 Bedrooms$1,526
3 Bedrooms$1,971
4 Bedrooms$2,261

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,130
247% above US avg
Effective Rate0.95%
In Bal Harbour, 23.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.6% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bal Harbour vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.9%
26% below US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure26.4%
Asthma8.7%
COPD4.2%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity19.1%
Depression16.6%
Mental Distress14.1%
Physical Distress10.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.5%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death6,314/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access98.5%
Healthcare Facilities11,061

Crime Rates: Bal Harbour vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)290

Safety Score

Bal Harbour has an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average76.1°F
41% above US avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.2 inches
50% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation11 ft (3 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density7,950/sq mi
Coordinates25.8933°N, 80.1232°W
County FIPS12086
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 67.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (99% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.4%
D 43.9%

Winner: Republican by 11.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+67.1%
99% above US avg
High School+99.1%
School Test Score5.60
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density7,950/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries63
Healthcare Facilities11,061
Restaurants6,356
Retail Stores10,749

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)290

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.3 min
Work from Home20.7%

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