Median Age
42 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
20%
Over 65
20%
West Miami, FL Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,327
Population
7,425
Renter Mix
54% Rent
A tiny suburb in a convenient locale
Suburban
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Tropical
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Peaceful
West Miami is a small, self-governing city within Miami-Dade County, covering just under one square mile yet carrying a distinct identity separate from the sprawling City of Miami that surrounds it on nearly every side. Its compact size means daily life moves at a slower pace than the busy commercial corridors just beyond its borders, while still offering quick access to the broader metro area's job centers, including the Coral Gables business district and the University of Miami, both only minutes away. That proximity to one of Florida's leading research universities gives the city an indirect connection to medicine, education, and innovation industries that anchor the wider region's economy. The housing stock here leans toward low-rise apartment communities, single-family homes converted into rental units, and modest multi-family buildings, creating a close-knit residential atmosphere rather than a skyline-driven one. Renters tend to find smaller-scale properties with more personal settings compared to high-rise options available deeper in Miami proper. Calle Ocho and the cultural energy of Little Havana sit just to the north, adding cultural depth to everyday life without overwhelming the quiet, neighborhood-level character that defines West Miami itself. For renters who want a grounded, residential base with genuine urban access, this small city delivers a compelling balance.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$67,343
Average: $91,917
Education
2,352
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
3,892
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
West Miami has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
54%
Non-Renters
46%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
29%
Other Education
71%
Rent Trends
As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in West Miami, FL is $1,954 for a studio, $2,327 for one bedroom, and $2,805 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in West Miami has increased by 3.7% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,327/month
696 Sq Ft
House
$4,977/month
1,219 Sq Ft
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly West Miami, FL is for everyday living.
Very Walkable
Walkability
80
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
50
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Sense of Wonder Nature Center and A.D. Barnes Park
- Gifford Arboretum
- The Barnacle Historic State Park
- The Kampong
- Miami Science Museum - Closed
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Miami International
- Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.