Opa-locka, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
directions_run Walkability
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
16,097 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
7.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$31,680 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
66.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$281,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$587 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,145 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
28.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Miami-Dade County
6
Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach Metro Area
5
Florida
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Miami-Dade County
7
Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach Metro Area
6
Florida
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 67
Feb 2 0 69
Mar 3 0 71
Apr 3 0 75
May 6 0 79
Jun 10 0 82
Jul 7 0 83
Aug 8 0 83
Sep 9 0 82
Oct 6 0 79
Nov 3 0 74
Dec 2 0 69

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 73% of residents leaning left and 24% leaning right.

Liberal (74%) (24%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 18%
Hillary Clinton 77%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 24, FL State Senate District 34, FL State House District 109, FL
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Schools

North Park High School
<1 miles, SW • 1 star
Betesda Christian School
<1 miles, S • 4.6 star
Arts Academy of Excellence
<1 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Colleges

St Thomas University
2 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Florida Memorial University
2 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

North Shore Medical Center
4 miles, S • 1.4 star
Hialeah Hospital
4 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Palmetto General Hospital
4 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Miami International Airport
8 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Palm Beach International Airport
55 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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