West Miami, FL
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
4/10
visibility
Safety
3/10
local_library
Schools
8/10
local_airport
Airports
7/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
7/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- visibility Safety
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Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
- local_airport Airports
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Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
7,077
332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.9 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
34.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$56,509
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.4%
88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
21.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$436,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$690
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,853
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
49.9%
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 | 5 | 0 | 79 |
| Jun | 9 | 0 | 82 |
| Jul | 6 | 0 | 82 |
| Aug | 8 | 0 | 84 |
| Sep | 8 | 0 | 82 |
| Oct | 6 | 0 | 79 |
| Nov | 3 | 0 | 74 |
| Dec | 2 | 0 | 70 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 57% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right.
Liberal (58%) (42%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 34%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 27, FL State Senate District 36, FL State House District 114, FLSchools
Sylvania Heights Elementary School
<1 miles, SE
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4.1
Yin Yang Academy
<1 miles, NE
Fairlawn Elementary School
<1 miles, NE
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4.1
The Biltmore School
<1 miles, SE
Colleges
Florida Education Institute
<1 miles, E
•
1
Beauty Schools of America-Miami
<1 miles, NW
•
1
International Training Careers
1 miles, W
•
1
La Belle Beauty Academy
1 miles, NW
•
1
Hospitals
Nicklaus Children's Hospital
1 miles, S
Westchester General Hospital
1 miles, W
•
2.3
Doctors Hospital
3 miles, S
•
3.2
Coral Gables Hospital
3 miles, SE
•
3.2
Airports
Miami International Airport
3 miles, NE
•
4.1
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
24 miles, NE
•
4.1
Palm Beach International Airport
65 miles, NE
•
2.8
Southwest Florida International Airport
105 miles, NW
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3.2