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Is Miramar a Good Place to Live? Miramar, Florida: cost of living, crime, schools and rankings
Miramar ranks #482 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #71 of 256 mid-size cities and #11 of 80 in Florida. Against similar-size cities it stands out for low violent crime (121 per 100,000, #21 of 235) and low unemployment (3.5%, #34 of 241), and trails on high living costs (114.2, #238 of 256) and long commutes (31.1 min, #223 of 256).
Miramar by the numbers
The measures people check first, each with Miramar's rank among the tracked cities and the US figure (or the similar-size median where there is no national figure).
What is the cost of living in Miramar?
Miramar's cost of living index is 114.2, 14% above the US level of 100 and #1248 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $2,117/mo against $1,641/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $521,195, 39% above the typical Florida home ($375,470).
| Measure | Miramar | FloridaFL | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of living indexBEA Regional Price Parities, metro area · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size 101.8 · US 100 | 114.2#1248 of 1,308 | 103.4 | 101.8 | 100 |
| Typical home valueZillow Home Value Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $439,863 · US $368,697 | $521,195#854 of 1,187 | $375,470 | $439,863 | $368,697 |
| Typical asking rentZillow Observed Rent Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,871/mo · US $1,948/mo | $2,689/mo#961 of 1,115 | — | $1,871/mo | $1,948/mo |
| Median home value (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $405,750 | $462,700#914 of 1,309 | — | $405,750 | — |
| Median rent (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,641/mo | $2,117/mo#1143 of 1,309 | — | $1,641/mo | — |
| Home value to incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 5x | 5.2x#881 of 1,309 | — | 5x | — |
| Rent as a share of incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 23.9% | 28.5%#1211 of 1,309 | — | 23.9% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). Florida is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. Zillow figures track homes and rentals on the market now; Census figures are survey medians of all homes and leases, so the two differ.
Miramar housing market · August
Typical home value is a monthly index of homes in the middle third of the market; the Census figures above are survey medians and will differ. Source in the data sources list below. Miramar is in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-Pompano Beach, FL metro.
Florida housing market →Is Miramar safe?
Miramar recorded 121 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 63% below the US rate of 328 and 56% below Florida's 275. That ranks #178 of 1,085 cities with data (1 = safest) and #21 of 235 mid-size cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Miramar Police Department. Property crime runs 585 per 100,000 (US 1,548).
| Measure | Miramar | FloridaFL | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 352 · US 328 | 121#178 of 1,085 | 275 | 352 | 328 |
| Property crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 1,730 · US 1,548 | 585#44 of 1,085 | 1,402 | 1,730 | 1,548 |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). Florida is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. City rates come from each police agency's report to the FBI and are not strictly comparable across agencies.
What do people earn in Miramar?
The median household in Miramar earns $89,125, 7% above the US figure of $83,163 and 15% above Florida ($77,735). Unemployment is 3.5% (US 4.3%). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 0.8% in the latest year (US +0.5%).
| Measure | Miramar | FloridaFL | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median household incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size $80,112 · US $83,163 | $89,125#473 of 1,312 | $77,735 | $80,112 | $83,163 |
| Unemployment rateBLS LAUS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.2% · US 4.3% | 3.5%#249 of 1,058 | 3.9% | 4.2% | 4.3% |
| Poverty rateCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 12.6% | 8.5%#366 of 1,312 | — | 12.6% | — |
| Population growth, one yearCensus population estimates · rank 1 = fastestSimilar-size +0.3% · US +0.5% | +0.8%#279 of 1,132 | +0.9% | +0.3% | +0.5% |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). Florida is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure.
Who lives in Miramar?
The median resident of Miramar is 39.3 years old, against 36.7 in similar-size cities. 37.4% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #539 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 68.8% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
| Measure | Miramar | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median ageCensus ACSSimilar-size 36.7 | 39.3 | 36.7 | — |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 34% | 37.4%#539 of 1,312 | 34% | — |
| Homes lived in by their ownerCensus ACSSimilar-size 56.7% | 68.8% | 56.7% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure.
How are Miramar's schools and health?
Miramar's 19 public schools graduate 90% of students in four years (Florida 87.3%), with 18.4 students per teacher and $12,121 spent per pupil. 30.9% of adults are obese and 12.2% have diabetes, against similar-size city medians of 33.3% and 11.5%.
| Measure | Miramar | FloridaFL | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High school graduation rateDepartment of Education EDFacts · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 88% | 90%#358 of 1,063 | 87.3% | 88% | — |
| Students per teacherNCES Common Core of Data · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 17.4 | 18.4#865 of 1,188 | — | 17.4 | — |
| Spending per pupilNCES school finance survey · rank 1 = mostSimilar-size $14,993 | $12,121#930 of 1,188 | — | $14,993 | — |
| Adult obesityCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 33.3% | 30.9%#449 of 1,311 | — | 33.3% | — |
| Adult diabetesCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 11.5% | 12.2%#822 of 1,311 | — | 11.5% | — |
| Adults with frequent mental distressCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 17.5% | 15.9%#390 of 1,311 | — | 17.5% | — |
| Adults without health insuranceCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 11.1% | 17%#1149 of 1,311 | — | 11.1% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). Florida is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. 13,349 students are enrolled in Miramar's public schools.
What are the commute and weather like in Miramar?
The average commute in Miramar is 31.1 minutes (Florida 28.9); 2.1% of workers take transit and 12.7% work from home. On the EPA's walkability index Miramar scores 10.4 of 20 (below average walkable), #653 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). Summers average 83.4°F and winters 69.4°F, with 62.7 inches of precipitation a year.
| Measure | Miramar | FloridaFL | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average commuteCensus ACS · rank 1 = shortestSimilar-size 24.6 min | 31.1 min#1169 of 1,312 | 28.9 min | 24.6 min | — |
| Commutes of an hour or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 6% | 10.4%#1079 of 1,312 | 9.6% | 6% | — |
| Drive alone to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 70.7% | 74% | 69% | 70.7% | — |
| Take transit to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.1% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 1.1% | — |
| Walk to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.6% | 1% | 1.4% | 1.6% | — |
| Bike to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | — |
| Work from homeCensus ACSSimilar-size 13.3% | 12.7% | 15.5% | 13.3% | — |
| Walkability index (1 to 20)EPA National Walkability Index · rank 1 = most walkableSimilar-size 11.6 | 10.4#653 of 1,312 | — | 11.6 | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). Florida is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. The walkability index is the EPA's, averaged over the city's neighborhoods by population.
| Month | Average high (°F) | Average low (°F) | Precipitation (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 76.7 | 58.9 | 1.8 |
| Feb | 78.8 | 61.2 | 2.7 |
| Mar | 81.2 | 64 | 2.5 |
| Apr | 84.2 | 68.1 | 2.9 |
| May | 87.2 | 72.1 | 6.1 |
| Jun | 89.7 | 75.5 | 8.9 |
| Jul | 90.8 | 76.4 | 8.1 |
| Aug | 91.1 | 76.8 | 8.1 |
| Sep | 89.5 | 76 | 8.7 |
| Oct | 86.4 | 73.1 | 7.8 |
| Nov | 81.6 | 66.5 | 2.9 |
| Dec | 78.5 | 62.3 | 2.2 |
Top: average low to average high, °F. Bottom: precipitation, inches. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Miami Opa Locka Airport.
| Measure | Miramar | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperatureNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 62.1°F | 76.9°F | 62.1°F | — |
| Summer average (Jun–Aug)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 76.9°F | 83.4°F | 76.9°F | — |
| Winter average (Dec–Feb)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 47.7°F | 69.4°F | 47.7°F | — |
| Precipitation a yearNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 36.8 in | 62.7 in | 36.8 in | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Miami Opa Locka Airport.
What are the air quality and natural hazard risks in Miramar?
Broward County's air had a median air quality index of 43, and 73% of measured days were rated good; 0 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from fine particles. Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Broward County's biggest natural hazard losses in hurricane, coastal flooding, and wildfire, with expected yearly losses of 0.21% of building value, higher than 76% of US counties.
| Measure | Miramar | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median air quality index (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = cleanestSimilar-size 46 | 43#494 of 1,138 | 46 | — |
| Unhealthy air days a year (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 4 | 0#1 of 1,138 | 4 | — |
| Yearly hazard losses, share of building value (county)FEMA National Risk Index · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 0.16% | 0.21%#967 of 1,312 | 0.16% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. County figures for Broward County: the EPA measures air at monitors and FEMA estimates hazard losses by county, not by city.
Natural hazard losses, Broward County
| Hazard | Yearly loss | Higher than |
|---|---|---|
| Hurricane | 0.086% | 90% of counties |
| Coastal flooding | 0.004% | 70% of counties |
| Wildfire | 0.002% | 67% of counties |
| Inland flooding | 0.095% | 65% of counties |
FEMA National Risk Index: expected yearly building losses from each hazard as a share of the county's building value, compared with every US county exposed to that hazard. Loss rates, unlike FEMA's risk ratings, do not rise just because a county has more property.
How does Miramar compare with similar-size cities?
Miramar is one of 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track and ranks #71 of them on overall score. The table sets it beside the 8 cities in other states closest to its population of 138,600.
| City | Rank | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime | Commute |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miramar, FLPop. 138,600 | #482 | 58.3 | $89,125 | $2,117/mo | 121 | 31.1 min |
| Metairie, LAPop. 139,729 | #1147 | 46.7 | $73,042 | $1,175/mo | no data | 21.7 min |
| Columbia, SCPop. 139,643 | #977 | 50.4 | $55,529 | $1,204/mo | 791 | 17.7 min |
| West Valley City, UTPop. 138,437 | #821 | 52.9 | $92,209 | $1,504/mo | 383 | 22.6 min |
| Orange, CAPop. 138,266 | #431 | 59.4 | $117,113 | $2,327/mo | 196 | 25.8 min |
| Warren, MIPop. 137,928 | #1032 | 49.4 | $64,016 | $1,225/mo | 497 | 24.9 min |
| Hampton, VAPop. 137,557 | #694 | 55.0 | $69,621 | $1,427/mo | 276 | 22.5 min |
| Elizabeth, NJPop. 137,302 | #858 | 52.3 | $66,555 | $1,523/mo | 345 | 26.7 min |
| Cedar Rapids, IAPop. 137,264 | #383 | 60.3 | $70,424 | $967/mo | 265 | 18.6 min |
Rank is overall rank of 1,312. Income is median household income; rent is Census median rent; violent crime is per 100,000 residents as reported to the FBI ("no data" and "incomplete" are explained on each city's page).
How does Miramar compare with the rest of Florida?
Miramar ranks #11 of the 80 Florida cities we track, with a score of 58.3 against Florida's statewide 59.9. Its households earn 15% above the Florida median. Violent crime is 56% below the statewide rate. Homes are 39% above the typical Florida home.
| City | Rank in FL | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Beach Gardens, FLPop. 60,959 | #1 | 64.8 | $106,947 | $2,417/mo | 72 |
| Horizon West, FLPop. 67,416 | #2 | 64.0 | $127,335 | $2,464/mo | no data |
| Jupiter, FLPop. 61,883 | #3 | 62.6 | $110,240 | $2,381/mo | 126 |
| Doral, FLPop. 79,216 | #4 | 61.5 | $94,164 | $2,669/mo | 79 |
| North Port, FLPop. 84,605 | #5 | 61.2 | $84,049 | $1,894/mo | 102 |
| Wellington, FLPop. 62,146 | #6 | 61.1 | $115,632 | $2,562/mo | 90 |
| Boca Raton, FLPop. 100,234 | #7 | 61.0 | $106,273 | $2,508/mo | 113 |
| Apopka, FLPop. 58,232 | #8 | 59.4 | $96,884 | $1,969/mo | 408 |
| St. Cloud, FLPop. 65,130 | #9 | 58.8 | $83,174 | $1,683/mo | 141 |
| Delray Beach, FLPop. 67,979 | #10 | 58.5 | $82,041 | $1,961/mo | 292 |
| Miramar, FLPop. 138,600 | #11 | 58.3 | $89,125 | $2,117/mo | 121 |
| Port St. Lucie, FLPop. 232,491 | #12 | 58.2 | $80,648 | $1,937/mo | 128 |
| Plantation, FLPop. 96,293 | #13 | 58.2 | $92,541 | $2,240/mo | 166 |
| Weston, FLPop. 68,837 | #14 | 58.2 | $139,825 | $2,851/mo | part year |
| Coral Springs, FLPop. 136,103 | #15 | 57.9 | $93,602 | $2,084/mo | 119 |
The top 10 of the 80 and the cities ranked either side of Miramar among the Florida cities we track, by overall score. Florida statewide: median income $77,735, violent crime 275.2 per 100,000.
How is Miramar's score calculated?
Miramar scores 58.3 out of 100, #482 of 1,312 (grade B, which follows rank). It is scored on the 10 of 11 categories with local data; outdoor access is left out rather than filled with Florida's statewide figure, and the other weights are scaled up to fill the gap. Each score is compared with the median of similar-size cities, which are scored the same way.
- EconomyCity data · 16% of score
Median household income and unemployment in Miramar. Similar-size median 52.9.
61.8 - SafetyCity data · 13% of score
Violent and property crime per 100,000 residents, as reported to the FBI by Miramar's police agency. Similar-size median 70.6.
94.9 - HealthCity data · 13% of score
Adult obesity, diabetes and frequent mental distress in Miramar. Similar-size median 53.8.
59.3 - EducationCity data · 13% of score
Graduation rate, students per teacher and spending per pupil in Miramar's public schools. Similar-size median 52.1.
51.2 - AffordabilityCity data · 11% of score
Miramar's home values and rents and its metro area's price level. Similar-size median 59.1.
44.3 - Household financesCity data · 9% of score
Median household income and poverty rate in Miramar. Similar-size median 51.2.
63.3 - GrowthCity data · 7% of score
Population growth and unemployment in Miramar. Similar-size median 42.1.
50.9 - TransportationCity data · 7% of score
Commute time, long commutes, driving alone, transit, walking, cycling and working from home in Miramar. Similar-size median 50.1.
40.7 - WalkabilityCity data · 7% of score
The EPA's walkability index across Miramar's neighborhoods. Similar-size median 56.1.
49.5 - EnvironmentCounty data · 4% of score
Air quality and natural hazard losses in the county. Similar-size median 45.9.
38.9 - Outdoor accessNot scored
No city-level park or public land measure exists, so outdoor access is not scored for cities.
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Bar: Miramar's category score out of 100. Tick: median of the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track. Shares of score are the category weights rescaled over the categories Miramar has data for. City scores use city formulas and are not on the same scale as state scores. Grades follow rank among the 1,312 cities. Methodology
Frequently asked questions about living in Miramar
Is Miramar, FL a good place to live?
Miramar ranks #482 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #71 of 256 mid-size cities and #11 of 80 in Florida. Against similar-size cities it stands out for low violent crime (121 per 100,000, #21 of 235) and low unemployment (3.5%, #34 of 241), and trails on high living costs (114.2, #238 of 256) and long commutes (31.1 min, #223 of 256).
What is the cost of living in Miramar?
Miramar's cost of living index is 114.2, 14% above the US level of 100 and #1248 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $2,117/mo against $1,641/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $521,195, 39% above the typical Florida home ($375,470).
What is the crime rate in Miramar?
Miramar recorded 121 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 63% below the US rate of 328 and 56% below Florida's 275. That ranks #178 of 1,085 cities with data (1 = safest) and #21 of 235 mid-size cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Miramar Police Department. Property crime runs 585 per 100,000 (US 1,548).
What is the median household income in Miramar?
The median household in Miramar earns $89,125, 7% above the US figure of $83,163 and 15% above Florida ($77,735). Unemployment is 3.5% (US 4.3%). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 0.8% in the latest year (US +0.5%).
How much is rent in Miramar?
Median rent in Miramar is $2,117/mo (Census), #1143 of 1,309 cities with data (1 = cheapest). The typical asking rent for a unit on the market now is $2,689/mo, against $1,948/mo nationally. Median rent takes 28.5% of the median household's income.
How much does a house cost in Miramar?
The typical home value in Miramar is $521,195, down 1.4% in a year, against $375,470 for Florida and $368,697 nationally. The Census median value of owner-occupied homes is $462,700.
How are the public schools in Miramar?
Miramar's 19 public schools graduate 90% of students in four years (Florida 87.3%), with 18.4 students per teacher and $12,121 spent per pupil.
How long is the commute in Miramar?
The average commute is 31.1 minutes, #1169 of 1,312 cities (1 = shortest), against 28.9 minutes across Florida. 10.4% of workers spend an hour or more getting to work.
What is the weather like in Miramar?
Miramar averages 76.9°F over the year, 83.4°F in summer and 69.4°F in winter, with 62.7 inches of precipitation. Figures are NOAA climate normals.
Is Miramar walkable?
Miramar scores 10.4 out of 20 on the EPA's National Walkability Index (below average walkable), #653 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). The index weighs street intersection density, distance to transit and the mix of homes and jobs in each neighborhood.
What natural disasters is Miramar at risk for?
Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Broward County's biggest natural hazard losses in hurricane, coastal flooding, and wildfire, with expected yearly losses of 0.21% of building value, higher than 76% of US counties.
How is the air quality in Miramar?
Broward County's air had a median air quality index of 43, and 73% of measured days were rated good; 0 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from fine particles.
Who lives in Miramar?
Miramar has 138,600 residents. The median resident of Miramar is 39.3 years old, against 36.7 in similar-size cities. 37.4% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #539 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 68.8% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
How does Miramar compare with the rest of Florida?
Miramar ranks #11 of the 80 Florida cities we track, with a score of 58.3 against Florida's statewide 59.9. Its households earn 15% above the Florida median. Violent crime is 56% below the statewide rate. Homes are 39% above the typical Florida home.
What cities are similar in size to Miramar?
The tracked cities in other states closest to Miramar's population of 138,600 are Metairie, LA (#1147 overall), Columbia, SC (#977 overall), West Valley City, UT (#821 overall), Orange, CA (#431 overall), and Warren, MI (#1032 overall). Miramar is #482.