Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach Metro Area, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
6,138,876 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
35.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,481 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$405,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$809 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,609 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Florida
5
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Florida
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 66
Feb 2 0 68
Mar 3 0 70
Apr 3 0 74
May 4 0 78
Jun 9 0 81
Jul 6 0 82
Aug 8 0 83
Sep 8 0 81
Oct 5 0 78
Nov 3 0 73
Dec 2 0 68

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 60% of residents leaning left and 37% leaning right.

Liberal (61%) (37%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 35%
Hillary Clinton 63%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 20, FL State Senate District 35, FL State House District 96, FL
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Schools

Gator Run Elementary School
4 miles, E • 4.6 star
The Sagemont School
4 miles, E • 5 star
Imagine Charter School at Weston
4 miles, E • 4.6 star
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Colleges

DeVry University-Florida
12 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Concorde Career Institute-Miramar
14 miles, SE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Cleveland Clinic Hospital
7 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Memorial Hospital Miramar
10 miles, S • 4.1 star
Memorial Hospital West
12 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Westside Regional Medical Center
14 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Airports

Miami International Airport
24 miles, S • 4.1 star
Palm Beach International Airport
47 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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