Miami Beach, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Miami Beach is a mid-size city in Florida with a population of 81,319. Residents earn $67,014 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
81,319 Population 10,575/sq mi density
$67,014 Median Income $72,301 per capita
$542,000 Home Value $518,750 Zillow
$1,733 Median Rent
77°F Avg Temperature 344 sunny days/yr
973 Violent Crime/100K 10,268 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$67,014 median income, 2.7% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$542,000 home value, $1,733/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
973 violent crimes/100K (156% above avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
51.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,014
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $542,000
92% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 973/100K
156% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 51.2%
52% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,733
49% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.0%
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.6%
31% lower than US avg

How Miami Beach Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population81,319
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density10,575/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 56%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,014
Per Capita$72,301
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty8.6%
County GDP$260,837M
Commute27 min

Housing

C
Home Value$542,000
Rent$1,733
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$518,750

Crime

F
Violent973/100K
Property10,268/100K
Murder5.5/100K
Assault489/100K
Burglary892/100K

Health

Obesity26.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.3%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain80.1 in/yr
Sunny Days344/yr

Education

A+
Bachelor's+51.2%
High School+90.0%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
Commute27 min
EV Stations67
Libraries63

Is Miami Beach a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Miami Beach receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high housing costs. Miami Beach offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Miami Beach is $67,014, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 8.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Miami Beach is $542,000, making it a premium housing market at 92% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,733 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

With 973 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 10,268 per 100,000, 424% above the national average.

Education

Miami Beach is a highly educated community — 51.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Miami Beach has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 344 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 80.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Miami Beach has a population of 81,319 with a density of 10,575 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (56.1%), with 4.4% Black.

Population

81,319
Total Population
10,575
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
7.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Miami Beach vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only31.0%
61% below US avg
Spanish69.0%
415% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Miami Beach vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Miami Beach is $67,014, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Miami Beach vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,014
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$72,301
Avg Weekly Wage$1,492
IRS Avg AGI$111,222

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.6%
31% below 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 Rate2.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Work from Home20.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Miami Beach is $542,000, 92% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,733 (49% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $518,750.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$542,000
92% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$518,750
Median List Price$671,289

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$671,289
$/Sq Ft$692
Homes Sold130
Sale-to-List Ratio92.9%
Price Drops17.5%
Inventory1,857

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,733
49% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,756

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-Occupied38.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,130
247% above US avg
Effective Rate2.24%
In Miami Beach, 26.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 15.3% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Miami Beach vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.0%
19% below US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma8.5%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression15.3%
Mental Distress14.6%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.2%
Checkup Rate74.0%
Premature Death6,314/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access98.5%
Healthcare Facilities11,061
Miami Beach has a violent crime rate of 973 per 100,000 residents, 156% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 10,268 per 100,000 (424% above US avg). The murder rate is 5.5 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Miami Beach vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent973.1/100K
156% above US avg
Murder5.5/100K
13% below US avg
Rape58.8/100K
Robbery419.5/100K
Assault489.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property10,268.0/100K
424% above US avg
Burglary892.4/100K
Theft8,909.1/100K
Vehicle Theft466.4/100K
Arson6.5/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)290

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Miami Beach has an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 80.1 inches. The area enjoys 344 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

71°F Jan (21°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average76.9°F
42% above US avg
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days344 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall80.1 inches
111% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area7.7 sq mi (19.9 km²)
Population Density10,575/sq mi
Coordinates25.8106°N, 80.1489°W
County FIPS12086
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 51.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% 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+51.2%
52% above US avg
High School+90.0%
School Test Score5.60
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density10,575/sq mi
Total Area7.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations67
Alt Fuel Stations67
Public Libraries63
Healthcare Facilities11,061
Restaurants6,356
Retail Stores10,749

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)290
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Work from Home20.2%

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